Thala - Tharali, Chamoli
Thala is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Thala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thala is 041725. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.8 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Thala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Thala
According to the 2011 Census, Thala village had a total population of 397 people, including 175 males and 222 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,269 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.56%, with male literacy at 98.05% and female literacy at 84.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 175 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 151 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 24 | 47 |
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 | 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 Karnaprayag to Thala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Thala is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thala
Where is Thala located?
Thala village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thala?
Thala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thala?
The pincode of Thala is 246482.
What is the population of Thala?
Thala had a total population of 397, including 175 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Thala?
Thala had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thala was 90.56%. Male literacy was 98.05% and female literacy was 84.95%.