Thala - Panjehra, Solan
Thala is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 82 km from Solan. Malhaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thala is 020858. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.07 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Thala 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 Thala
According to the 2011 Census, Thala village had a total population of 92 people, including 44 males and 48 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.49%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 45.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 15 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Thala
Thala 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 Thala
Thala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Thala is about 82 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 Thala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thala 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 Thala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thala
Where is Thala located?
Thala village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thala?
The Gram Panchayat of Thala is Malhaini.
What is the pincode of Thala?
The pincode of Thala is 174101.
What is the population of Thala?
Thala had a total population of 92, including 44 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Thala?
Thala had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thala was 59.49%. Male literacy was 74.36% and female literacy was 45.00%.