Thana - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Thana is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Thana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 032045. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 144525 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Thana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana
According to the 2011 Census, Thana village had a total population of 899 people, including 459 males and 440 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.64%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 73.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283.
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 | 899 | 459 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 322 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 137 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Thana
Thana 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 Thana
Thana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Thana 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 Thana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana 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 Thana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana 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 Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thana?
Thana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 144525.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana had a total population of 899, including 459 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
Thana had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana was 76.64%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 73.83%.