Thangaon - Kotma, Anuppur
Thangaon is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Thangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangaon is 501776. The village covers a total geographical area of 1471.37 hectares and falls under the 484440 pincode. Bijuri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Thangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thangaon
As per Census 2011, Thangaon village has a total population of 1,937 people, consisting of 951 males and 986 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 739 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,937 | 951 | 986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 141 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 359 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 640 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 311 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Thangaon
Thangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachhauli | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Belgaon | North | 3.68 km |
| Ghochimuda | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Jalsar | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Kudri | West | 4.15 km |
| Kanai Tola | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Benibahara | West | 5.41 km |
| Parsapani | South | 5.81 km |
| Dhawai Tola | North-West | 6.09 km |
| Saja Tola | North-West | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thangaon
Thangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Boridand, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijuri to Thangaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Thangaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thangaon
Where is Thangaon located?
Thangaon village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangaon?
Thangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thangaon?
The pincode of Thangaon is 484440.
What is the population of Thangaon?
Thangaon has a total population of 1,937, including 951 males and 986 females.
How many households are there in Thangaon?
There are 456 households in Thangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangaon is 56.94%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 46.96%.