Thanthewal - Nalagarh, Solan
Thanthewal is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanthewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanthewal is 020957. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Thanthewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanthewal
According to the 2011 Census, Thanthewal village had a total population of 435 people, including 219 males and 216 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.29%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 77.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 435 | 219 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 28 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 48 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Thanthewal
Thanthewal 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 Thanthewal
Thanthewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Thanthewal is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanthewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanthewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thanthewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanthewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thanthewal
Where is Thanthewal located?
Thanthewal village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanthewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanthewal is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Thanthewal?
The pincode of Thanthewal is 174101.
What is the population of Thanthewal?
Thanthewal had a total population of 435, including 219 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Thanthewal?
Thanthewal had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanthewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanthewal was 83.29%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 77.45%.