Thaker
Thaker is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Thakhar is the gram panchayat of Thaker village.
Here you can discover what makes Thaker unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Thaker’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Thaker
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thaker is 030940. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144207. Dasua is nearest town to Thaker village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Thaker
Population of Thaker
According to the 2011 Census, Thaker has a total population of about 495, with approximately 237 males and 258 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 175 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.73%, with male literacy at about 74.68% and female literacy near 70.93%. There are around 105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thaker's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 237 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 77 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 360 | 177 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 60 | 75 |
Connectivity of Thaker
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thaker. As per the 2011 stats, Thaker had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thaker
Knowing the nearby villages of Thaker helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thaker.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thaker
- Where is Thaker located?
- Thaker village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thaker?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thaker is Thakhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thaker?
- The pincode of Thaker is 144207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thaker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thaker is 495, with 237 males and 258 females.
- How many households are there in Thaker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thaker village has a total of 105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thaker as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thaker is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.68%, while the female literacy rate is 70.93%.