Thokar
About Thokar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Thokar village is 403003. Thokar village is located in Balimi tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Balimi (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Thokar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 358 hectares. Thokar has a total population of 1,721 peoples, out of which male population is 865 while female population is 856. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of thokar village is 67.87% out of which 73.53% males and 62.15% females are literate. There are about 431 houses in thokar village. Pincode of thokar village locality is 759020.
When it comes to administration, Thokar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Thokar village comes under Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Anugul is nearest town to thokar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Thokar
The population details of Thokar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,721 | 865 | 856 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 184 | 112 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 636 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 229 | 324 |
Connectivity of Thokar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thokar
Where is Thokar located?
Thokar village is situated in Balimi Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thokar?
Thokar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thokar?
The pincode of Thokar is 759020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thokar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thokar is 1,721, with 865 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Thokar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thokar village has a total of 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thokar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thokar is 67.87%. The male literacy rate is 73.53%, while the female literacy rate is 62.15%.