Thalda - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Thalda is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Lansdowne and around 82 km from Pauri. Bhanyasu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalda is 047329. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.94 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Thalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thalda
According to the 2011 Census, Thalda village had a total population of 142 people, including 64 males and 78 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,219 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.68%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 69.44%.
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 | 64 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 9 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Thalda
Thalda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhayasu | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Pali Talli | East | 0.98 km |
| Kura | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Khundoli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Bair Gaon | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Holi | East | 2.24 km |
| Manjin | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Ranihat | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Dhari | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Bobai | West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thalda
Thalda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| 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 Lansdowne to Thalda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Thalda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalda 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 Thalda
Where is Thalda located?
Thalda village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalda?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalda is Bhanyasu.
What is the pincode of Thalda?
The pincode of Thalda is 246172.
What is the population of Thalda?
Thalda had a total population of 142, including 64 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Thalda?
Thalda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalda was 82.68%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 69.44%.