Thawna - Kunihar, Solan
Thawna is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thawna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thawna is 020276. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Thawna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Thawna
As per Census 2011, Thawna village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 219 males and 197 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thawna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 219 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 137 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 57 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Thawna
Thawna 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 Thawna
Thawna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thawna is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thawna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thawna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thawna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thawna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thawna
Where is Thawna located?
Thawna village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thawna?
The Gram Panchayat of Thawna is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Thawna?
The pincode of Thawna is 173207.
What is the population of Thawna?
Thawna has a total population of 416, including 219 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Thawna?
There are 79 households in Thawna.
What is the literacy rate in Thawna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thawna is 72.60%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 71.07%.