Thob - Kalyanpur, Balotra
Thob is a village situated in the Kalyanpur tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from Pachpadra and around 122 km from Barmer. Thob village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thob is 087415. The village covers a total geographical area of 6276.47 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Thob village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachpadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thob
As per Census 2011, Thob village has a total population of 3,599 people, consisting of 1,784 males and 1,815 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 667 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,724 literate and 1,875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thob are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,599 | 1,784 | 1,815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 667 | 350 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 173 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 1,080 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 704 | 1,171 |
Nearby Villages of Thob
Thob is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajeshwar Nagar | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Tisingri Chauhanan | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Tirsingri Sodha | East | 5.52 km |
| Ram Nagar | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Rajpura | West | 5.98 km |
| Rewara Jetmal | South | 6.19 km |
| Kanawas | South-West | 6.55 km |
| Rewara Barthan | South-West | 6.95 km |
| Kelankot | North-West | 6.97 km |
| Ekarli | North | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thob
Thob is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Janiyana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Thob is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Thob is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thob
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thob village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thob
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thob village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thob
Where is Thob located?
Thob village is located in Kalyanpur Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thob?
Thob is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thob?
The pincode of Thob is 344032.
What is the population of Thob?
Thob has a total population of 3,599, including 1,784 males and 1,815 females.
How many households are there in Thob?
There are 584 households in Thob.
What is the literacy rate in Thob?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thob is 47.90%. Male literacy is 60.54% and female literacy is 35.48%.