Thema - Lanji, Balaghat
Thema is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Amedra(b) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thema village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thema is 498529. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.54 hectares and falls under the 481224 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thema village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thema
As per Census 2011, Thema village has a total population of 714 people, consisting of 384 males and 330 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thema are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 384 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 316 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 68 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Thema
Thema 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 Thema
Public transport in the Thema is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lanji to Thema is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Thema is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thema village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thema village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thema
Where is Thema located?
Thema village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thema?
The Gram Panchayat of Thema is Amedra(b).
What is the pincode of Thema?
The pincode of Thema is 481224.
What is the population of Thema?
Thema has a total population of 714, including 384 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Thema?
There are 170 households in Thema.
What is the literacy rate in Thema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thema is 75.63%. Male literacy is 82.29% and female literacy is 67.88%.