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.
Here you can discover what makes Thana unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Thana’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 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.
Google Map of Thana
Population of Thana
According to the 2011 Census, Thana has a total population of about 899, with approximately 459 males and 440 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 283 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 67.52%, with male literacy at about 70.15% and female literacy near 64.77%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.