Thandu - Kasauli, Solan
Thandu is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot Beja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thandu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thandu is 021496. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.08 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Thandu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thandu
According to the 2011 Census, Thandu village had a total population of 389 people, including 204 males and 185 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.33%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 67.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 167 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 152 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Thandu
Thandu 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 Thandu
Public transport in the Thandu is mainly available through shared van 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 Thandu is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thandu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thandu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thandu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thandu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thandu
Where is Thandu located?
Thandu village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thandu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thandu is Kot Beja.
What is the pincode of Thandu?
The pincode of Thandu is 173220.
What is the population of Thandu?
Thandu had a total population of 389, including 204 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Thandu?
Thandu had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thandu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thandu was 76.33%. Male literacy was 83.98% and female literacy was 67.52%.