Thana Bag - Tikar, Shimla
Thana Bag is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thana Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana Bag is 026393. The village covers a total geographical area of 687 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Thana Bag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana Bag
According to the 2011 Census, Thana Bag village had a total population of 367 people, including 203 males and 164 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.12%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 67.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 367 | 203 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 105 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 166 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 37 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Thana Bag
Thana Bag 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 Bag
Thana Bag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bag is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana Bag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thana Bag
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 Bag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thana Bag
Where is Thana Bag located?
Thana Bag village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Thana Bag is Tikkar.
What is the pincode of Thana Bag?
The pincode of Thana Bag is 171203.
What is the population of Thana Bag?
Thana Bag had a total population of 367, including 203 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Thana Bag?
Thana Bag had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thana Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana Bag was 80.12%. Male literacy was 91.21% and female literacy was 67.10%.