Thanala - Bhaderwah, Doda
Thanala is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Thanalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanala is 004513. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.2 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanala
As per Census 2011, Thanala village has a total population of 1,665 people, consisting of 858 males and 807 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 1,293 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,665 | 858 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 213 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 293 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 565 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Thanala
Thanala 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 Thanala
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thanala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Thanala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Thanala is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanala 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 Thanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thanala
Where is Thanala located?
Thanala village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanala?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanala is Thanalla.
What is the pincode of Thanala?
The pincode of Thanala is 182222.
What is the population of Thanala?
Thanala has a total population of 1,665, including 858 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Thanala?
There are 277 households in Thanala.
What is the literacy rate in Thanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanala is 22.34%. Male literacy is 34.15% and female literacy is 9.79%.