Thobon - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Thobon is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Thubon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thobon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thobon is 500281. The village covers a total geographical area of 1364.9 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Thobon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thobon
As per Census 2011, Thobon village has a total population of 1,802 people, consisting of 942 males and 860 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 832 literate and 970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 646 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thobon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,802 | 942 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 178 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 119 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 337 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 550 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 970 | 392 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Thobon
Thobon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheeniya | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Kurwasa | East | 3.06 km |
| Barodiya Pachhar | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Laloi Tanka | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Salon Muhal | West | 3.75 km |
| Dhamrasa Muhal | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Diwlon | South | 4.80 km |
| Gora Seharai | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Mogara | East | 5.49 km |
| Piprod | North | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thobon
Thobon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanderi to Thobon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Thobon 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 Thobon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thobon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thobon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thobon 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 Thobon
Where is Thobon located?
Thobon village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thobon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thobon is Thubon.
What is the pincode of Thobon?
The pincode of Thobon is 473446.
What is the population of Thobon?
Thobon has a total population of 1,802, including 942 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Thobon?
There are 395 households in Thobon.
What is the literacy rate in Thobon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thobon is 46.17%. Male literacy is 58.39% and female literacy is 32.79%.