Thundna - Chaupal, Shimla
Thundna is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhavas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thundna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thundna is 025566. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.59 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Thundna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thundna
As per Census 2011, Thundna village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 62 males and 64 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thundna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Thundna
Thundna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thundna
Public transport in the Thundna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Thundna is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thundna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thundna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thundna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thundna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thundna
Where is Thundna located?
Thundna village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thundna?
The Gram Panchayat of Thundna is Dhavas.
What is the pincode of Thundna?
The pincode of Thundna is 171211.
What is the population of Thundna?
Thundna has a total population of 126, including 62 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Thundna?
There are 23 households in Thundna.
What is the literacy rate in Thundna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thundna is 70.63%. Male literacy is 75.81% and female literacy is 65.63%.