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.

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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.

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

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.

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%.