Thala - Kanda, Bageshwar
Thala is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Thaala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thala is 050755. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.79 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Thala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thala
As per Census 2011, Thala village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 125 males and 110 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 97 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 28 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Thala
Thala 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 Thala
Thala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Thala is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thala 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 Thala
Where is Thala located?
Thala village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thala?
The Gram Panchayat of Thala is Thaala.
What is the pincode of Thala?
The pincode of Thala is 263640.
What is the population of Thala?
Thala has a total population of 235, including 125 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Thala?
There are 55 households in Thala.
What is the literacy rate in Thala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thala is 67.23%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 55.45%.