Thula Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Thula Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Durlekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thula Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thula Gaon is 049301. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.85 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Thula Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thula Gaon
As per Census 2011, Thula Gaon village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 82 males and 118 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,439 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thula Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 82 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 24 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Thula Gaon
Thula Gaon 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 Thula Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thula Gaon.
| 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 Thula Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Thula Gaon is about 58 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 Thula Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thula Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thula Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thula Gaon 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 Thula Gaon
Where is Thula Gaon located?
Thula Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thula Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thula Gaon is Durlekh.
What is the pincode of Thula Gaon?
The pincode of Thula Gaon is 262551.
What is the population of Thula Gaon?
Thula Gaon has a total population of 200, including 82 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Thula Gaon?
There are 44 households in Thula Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thula Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thula Gaon is 61.00%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 54.24%.