Thoor - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Thoor is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from Bhinmal and around 54 km from Jalor. Thoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoor is 089376. The village covers a total geographical area of 2337 hectares and falls under the 307803 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Thoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhinmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thoor
As per Census 2011, Thoor village has a total population of 3,714 people, consisting of 1,803 males and 1,911 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 617 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 2,283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 827 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,714 | 1,803 | 1,911 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 301 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 421 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 144 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 977 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,283 | 826 | 1,457 |
Nearby Villages of Thoor
Thoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajbar | South | 3.17 km |
| Bharoori | West | 4.39 km |
| Kolar | East | 4.40 km |
| Mudtara Sili | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Tawab | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Ghaseri | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Ambatri | South | 5.77 km |
| Sindhara | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Boogaon | South-East | 6.13 km |
| Munthla Kaba | West | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thoor
Thoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ledarmer, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhinmal to Thoor is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Thoor is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thoor
Where is Thoor located?
Thoor village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoor?
Thoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thoor?
The pincode of Thoor is 307803.
What is the population of Thoor?
Thoor has a total population of 3,714, including 1,803 males and 1,911 females.
How many households are there in Thoor?
There are 737 households in Thoor.
What is the literacy rate in Thoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoor is 38.53%. Male literacy is 54.19% and female literacy is 23.76%.