Thanga - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Thanga is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Raitoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanga is 049711. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.94 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Thanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanga
According to the 2011 Census, Thanga village had a total population of 55 people, including 22 males and 33 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.00%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Thanga
Thanga 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 Thanga
Public transport in the Thanga is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Thanga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Thanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanga 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 Thanga
Where is Thanga located?
Thanga village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanga is Raitoli.
What is the pincode of Thanga?
The pincode of Thanga is 262555.
What is the population of Thanga?
Thanga had a total population of 55, including 22 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Thanga?
Thanga had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanga was 78.00%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.