Thanta - Lohaghat, Champawat
Thanta is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Thata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanta is 054266. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.08 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Thanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Thanta
According to the 2011 Census, Thanta village had a total population of 444 people, including 231 males and 213 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.29%, with male literacy at 97.88% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 444 | 231 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 185 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 46 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Thanta
Thanta 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 Thanta
Public transport in the Thanta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Thanta is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Thanta is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thanta
Where is Thanta located?
Thanta village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanta is Thata.
What is the pincode of Thanta?
The pincode of Thanta is 262524.
What is the population of Thanta?
Thanta had a total population of 444, including 231 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Thanta?
Thanta had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanta was 82.29%. Male literacy was 97.88% and female literacy was 65.73%.