Thah - Kumarsain, Shimla
Thah is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 147 km from Shimla. Kangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thah is 023958. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.9 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Thah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thah
According to the 2011 Census, Thah village had a total population of 123 people, including 64 males and 59 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.43%, with male literacy at 95.08% and female literacy at 85.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Thah
Thah 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 Thah
Public transport in the Thah is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Thah is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thah 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thah
Where is Thah located?
Thah village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thah?
The Gram Panchayat of Thah is Kangal.
What is the pincode of Thah?
The pincode of Thah is 172029.
What is the population of Thah?
Thah had a total population of 123, including 64 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Thah?
Thah had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thah was 90.43%. Male literacy was 95.08% and female literacy was 85.19%.