Thangar - Kunihar, Solan
Thangar is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Solan. Badog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangar is 020167. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.53 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Thangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thangar
According to the 2011 Census, Thangar village had a total population of 28 people, including 11 males and 17 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,545 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.57%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Thangar
Thangar 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 Thangar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Thangar.
| 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 Thangar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thangar
Where is Thangar located?
Thangar village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Thangar is Badog.
What is the pincode of Thangar?
The pincode of Thangar is 173207.
What is the population of Thangar?
Thangar had a total population of 28, including 11 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Thangar?
Thangar had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangar was 69.57%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 71.43%.