Thaing Village - Joshimath, Chamoli
Thaing is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Theing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thaing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaing is 040810. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.78 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Thaing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thaing
As per Census 2011, Thaing village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 405 males and 401 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thaing are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 405 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 542 | 323 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 82 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Thaing
Thaing 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 Thaing
Thaing is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Thaing is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Thaing is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaing 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 Thaing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaing 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 Thaing
Where is Thaing located?
Thaing village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaing?
The Gram Panchayat of Thaing is Theing.
What is the pincode of Thaing?
The pincode of Thaing is 246443.
What is the population of Thaing?
Thaing has a total population of 806, including 405 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Thaing?
There are 165 households in Thaing.
What is the literacy rate in Thaing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaing is 67.25%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 54.61%.