Thandu
Thandu is a village located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Thandu village. As per 2009 stats, Kot Beja is the gram panchayat of Thandu village.
Here you can discover what makes Thandu unique in its vibrant Kasauli-Solan region. You’ll see Thandu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Thandu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thandu is 021496. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173204. Kasauli is nearest town to Thandu village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Thandu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thandu
Population of Thandu
According to the 2011 Census, Thandu has a total population of about 389, with approximately 204 males and 185 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 311 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.32%, with male literacy at about 74.51% and female literacy near 57.30%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thandu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 258 | 152 | 106 |
Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Connectivity of Thandu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thandu. As per the 2011 stats, Thandu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thandu
Knowing the nearby villages of Thandu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thandu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thandu
- Where is Thandu located?
- Thandu village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thandu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thandu is Kot Beja (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thandu?
- The pincode of Thandu is 173204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thandu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thandu is 389, with 204 males and 185 females.
- How many households are there in Thandu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thandu village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thandu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thandu is 66.32%. The male literacy rate is 74.51%, while the female literacy rate is 57.30%.