Thinda - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Thinda is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Thinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thinda is 031802. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Garhshankar 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 Chabbewal 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 1,240 people, including 624 males and 616 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.19%, with male literacy at 88.87% and female literacy at 79.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 1,240 | 624 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 503 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 121 | 166 |
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
Thinda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Thinda is about 31 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 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thinda
Where is Thinda located?
Thinda village is located in Garhshankar 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 146021.
What is the population of Thinda?
Thinda had a total population of 1,240, including 624 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Thinda?
Thinda had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thinda was 84.19%. Male literacy was 88.87% and female literacy was 79.51%.