Thalin - Kalsi, Dehradun
Thalin is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Kamla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalin is 044949. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.3 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Thalin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thalin
According to the 2011 Census, Thalin village had a total population of 142 people, including 74 males and 68 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.10%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 53.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 31 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Thalin
Thalin 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 Thalin
Thalin 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Thalin is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Thalin is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thalin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalin 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 Thalin
Where is Thalin located?
Thalin village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalin?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalin is Kamla.
What is the pincode of Thalin?
The pincode of Thalin is 248001.
What is the population of Thalin?
Thalin had a total population of 142, including 74 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Thalin?
Thalin had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thalin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalin was 62.10%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 53.97%.