Thanga - Nohra, Sirmaur
Thanga is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Devna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanga is 022648. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.31 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Thanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanga
According to the 2011 Census, Thanga village had a total population of 457 people, including 235 males and 222 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.44%, with male literacy at 95.15% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 457 | 235 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 196 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 39 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Thanga
Thanga 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 Thanga
Thanga 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Thanga is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thanga
Where is Thanga located?
Thanga village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanga is Devna.
What is the pincode of Thanga?
The pincode of Thanga is 173104.
What is the population of Thanga?
Thanga had a total population of 457, including 235 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Thanga?
Thanga had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanga was 87.44%. Male literacy was 95.15% and female literacy was 79.17%.