Thanga
Thanga is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Thanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thanga unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Thanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Thanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thanga is 050830. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Thanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thanga
Population of Thanga
According to the 2011 Census, Thanga has a total population of about 174, with approximately 86 males and 88 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 115 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.34%, with male literacy at about 68.60% and female literacy near 52.27%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 27 | 42 |
Connectivity of Thanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thanga. As per the 2011 stats, Thanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Thanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thanga
- Where is Thanga located?
- Thanga village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thanga?
- Thanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thanga?
- The pincode of Thanga is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thanga is 174, with 86 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Thanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thanga village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thanga is 60.34%. The male literacy rate is 68.60%, while the female literacy rate is 52.27%.