Thinda - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Thinda is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Thinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thinda is 030867. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Thinda 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 Thinda
According to the 2011 Census, Thinda village had a total population of 590 people, including 307 males and 283 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.82%, with male literacy at 96.84% and female literacy at 88.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 590 | 307 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 134 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 276 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Thinda
Thinda 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 Thinda
Public transport in the Thinda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thinda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Thinda is about 32 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 Thinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thinda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thinda
Where is Thinda located?
Thinda village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thinda?
Thinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thinda?
The pincode of Thinda is 144207.
What is the population of Thinda?
Thinda had a total population of 590, including 307 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Thinda?
Thinda had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thinda was 92.82%. Male literacy was 96.84% and female literacy was 88.37%.