Thana - Baddi, Solan
Thana is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Thana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 021110. The village covers a total geographical area of 633 hectares and falls under the 173205 pincode. Baddi 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 Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana
As per Census 2011, Thana village has a total population of 2,687 people, consisting of 1,548 males and 1,139 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 735 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,847 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 675 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 865 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,687 | 1,548 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 177 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 357 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 865 | 445 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 1,847 | 1,166 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 382 | 458 |
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 | 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 Solan to Thana is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
Thana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 173205.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana has a total population of 2,687, including 1,548 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
There are 575 households in Thana.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana is 68.74%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 59.79%.