Thali - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Thali is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Thali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thali is 040181. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.91 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thali
According to the 2011 Census, Thali village had a total population of 535 people, including 284 males and 251 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 82.59% and female literacy at 54.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 535 | 284 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 1 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 185 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 99 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Thali
Thali 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 Thali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Thali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Thali is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thali 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 Thali
Where is Thali located?
Thali village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thali?
Thali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thali?
The pincode of Thali is 249185.
What is the population of Thali?
Thali had a total population of 535, including 284 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Thali?
Thali had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thali was 69.16%. Male literacy was 82.59% and female literacy was 54.41%.