Thana

Thana is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Thana village is also a gram panchayat.

Thana has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Thana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thana is 032045. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Thana village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Thana

Below is a concise population overview of Thana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 899 459 440
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 53 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 283 141 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 607 322 285
Illiterate Population 292 137 155

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thana village:

  • The total population of Thana village is around 899, including approximately 459 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Thana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thana village has 283 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Thana village is about 67.52%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 64.77%.
  • There are around 189 households in Thana village.

Connectivity of Thana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thana. As per the 2011 stats, Thana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thana

Knowing the nearby villages of Thana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thana.

Kukar Majara Maujopur Nangal Bora Kulewal Ghagon Guru Mukandpur Chak Phullu Chak Hajipur Chak Singha Najarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Thana

Where is Thana located?
Thana village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
Thana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thana is 899, with 459 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Thana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thana village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thana is 67.52%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 64.77%.