Thimber - Krishangarh, Solan
Thimber is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bughar Kanaita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thimber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thimber is 021387. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Thimber 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 Thimber
According to the 2011 Census, Thimber village had a total population of 241 people, including 120 males and 121 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.73%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 80.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 22 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Thimber
Thimber 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 Thimber
Public transport in the Thimber is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Thimber is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thimber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thimber 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thimber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thimber 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thimber
Where is Thimber located?
Thimber village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thimber?
The Gram Panchayat of Thimber is Bughar Kanaita.
What is the pincode of Thimber?
The pincode of Thimber is 173236.
What is the population of Thimber?
Thimber had a total population of 241, including 120 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Thimber?
Thimber had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thimber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thimber was 86.73%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 80.19%.