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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thala
As per Census 2011, Thala village has a total population of 397 people, consisting of 175 males and 222 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,268 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 175 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 397, including 175 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Thala?
There are 105 households in Thala.
What is the literacy rate in Thala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thala is 82.12%. Male literacy is 86.29% and female literacy is 78.83%.