Theka - Isagarh, Ashoknagar
Theka is a village situated in the Isagarh tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Isagarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Janghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theka is 500068. The village covers a total geographical area of 779 hectares and falls under the 473335 pincode. Isagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Theka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Theka
According to the 2011 Census, Theka village had a total population of 744 people, including 405 males and 339 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.36%, with male literacy at 81.01% and female literacy at 40.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 744 | 405 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 273 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 132 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Theka
Theka 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 Theka
Theka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Isagarh to Theka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Theka is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Theka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Theka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Theka
Where is Theka located?
Theka village is located in Isagarh Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Theka?
The Gram Panchayat of Theka is Janghar.
What is the pincode of Theka?
The pincode of Theka is 473335.
What is the population of Theka?
Theka had a total population of 744, including 405 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Theka?
Theka had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Theka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theka was 62.36%. Male literacy was 81.01% and female literacy was 40.69%.