Thaska - Sas Nagar (Mohali), S.A.S Nagar
Thaska is a village situated in the Sas Nagar (Mohali) tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from Sas Nagar (mohali) and around 6 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Thaska village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaska is 039160. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 140301 pincode. S.a.s. Nagar is the nearest town.
Thaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thaska
According to the 2011 Census, Thaska village had a total population of 284 people, including 129 males and 155 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 83.57%.
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 | 284 | 129 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 103 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 26 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Thaska
Thaska 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 Thaska
Thaska is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Thaska is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaska 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 Thaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thaska
Where is Thaska located?
Thaska village is located in Sas Nagar (Mohali) Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaska?
Thaska is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thaska?
The pincode of Thaska is 140301.
What is the population of Thaska?
Thaska had a total population of 284, including 129 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Thaska?
Thaska had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaska was 86.27%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 83.57%.