Thaker - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Thaker is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Thakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thaker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaker is 030940. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Thaker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thaker
As per Census 2011, Thaker village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 237 males and 258 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thaker are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 237 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 77 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 177 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 60 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Thaker
Thaker 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 Thaker
Thaker is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Thaker.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Thaker is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thaker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaker village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thaker
Where is Thaker located?
Thaker village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaker?
The Gram Panchayat of Thaker is Thakhar.
What is the pincode of Thaker?
The pincode of Thaker is 144207.
What is the population of Thaker?
Thaker has a total population of 495, including 237 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Thaker?
There are 105 households in Thaker.
What is the literacy rate in Thaker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaker is 72.73%. Male literacy is 74.68% and female literacy is 70.93%.