Thanta
Thanta is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Thanta village is also a gram panchayat.
Thanta has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Thanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thanta is 044645. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248124. Chakrata is nearest town to Thanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Thanta
Population of Thanta
Below is a concise population overview of Thanta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 93 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 66 | 82 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thanta village:
- The total population of Thanta village is around 305, including approximately 159 males and 146 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Thanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thanta village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 128 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thanta village is about 51.48%, with male literacy at 58.49% and female literacy at 43.84%.
- There are around 32 households in Thanta village.
Connectivity of Thanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thanta. As per the 2011 stats, Thanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Thanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thanta
- Where is Thanta located?
- Thanta village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thanta?
- Thanta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thanta?
- The pincode of Thanta is 248124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thanta is 305, with 159 males and 146 females.
- How many households are there in Thanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thanta village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thanta is 51.48%. The male literacy rate is 58.49%, while the female literacy rate is 43.84%.