Thana - Nankhari, Shimla
Thana is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Thana Nankhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 023752. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Thana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana
As per Census 2011, Thana village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 578 males and 561 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 807 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 578 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 140 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 459 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 119 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Thana
Thana 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 Thana
Thana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Thana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
The Gram Panchayat of Thana is Thana Nankhari.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 172021.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana has a total population of 1,139, including 578 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
There are 275 households in Thana.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana is 70.85%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 62.03%.