Tharais
Tharais is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.8km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Tharais village. As per 2009 stats, Marnai is the gram panchayat of Tharais village.
Here you can discover what makes Tharais unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Tharais’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tharais
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tharais is 310297. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Tharais village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Tharais
Population of Tharais
According to the 2011 Census, Tharais has a total population of about 2,309, with approximately 1,173 males and 1,136 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 476 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.78%, with male literacy at about 30.43% and female literacy near 35.21%. There are around 473 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tharais's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,309 | 1,173 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 239 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 144 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 357 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 816 | 736 |
Connectivity of Tharais
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tharais. As per the 2011 stats, Tharais had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tharais
Knowing the nearby villages of Tharais helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tharais.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tharais
- Where is Tharais located?
- Tharais village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tharais?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tharais is Marnai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tharais?
- The pincode of Tharais is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tharais as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tharais is 2,309, with 1,173 males and 1,136 females.
- How many households are there in Tharais as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tharais village has a total of 473 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tharais as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tharais is 32.78%. The male literacy rate is 30.43%, while the female literacy rate is 35.21%.