Than - Pati, Barwani
Than is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Than village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Than is 478134. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.89 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Than village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Than
According to the 2011 Census, Than village had a total population of 1,458 people, including 687 males and 771 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.85%, with male literacy at 52.15% and female literacy at 40.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,270.
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 | 1,458 | 687 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 152 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,270 | 597 | 673 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 279 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 944 | 408 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Than
Than 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadawalya | North | 1.35 km |
| Sindhi Khodri | East | 1.87 km |
| Donglyapani | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Tapkala | North | 2.90 km |
| Silawad | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Atarsanbha | West | 3.05 km |
| Dhamariya | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Dongriya Khodra | East | 4.13 km |
| Pakhalya | East | 4.46 km |
| Rehgun (sajwani) | South-East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Than
Than is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwani to Than is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Than
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Than 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Than
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Than 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Than
Where is Than located?
Than village is located in Pati Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Than?
Than is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Than?
The pincode of Than is 451551.
What is the population of Than?
Than had a total population of 1,458, including 687 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Than?
Than had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Than?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Than was 45.85%. Male literacy was 52.15% and female literacy was 40.10%.