Than
Than is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Than village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Than unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Barwani region. You’ll see Than’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Than
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Than is 478366. The village spans a total geographical area of 856.44 hectares. Rajpur is nearest town to Than village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Than village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Than
Population of Than
According to the 2011 Census, Than has a total population of about 1,492, with approximately 760 males and 732 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,105. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.32%, with male literacy at about 70.79% and female literacy near 49.45%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Than's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,492 | 760 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,105 | 561 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 538 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 222 | 370 |
Connectivity of Than
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Than. As per the 2011 stats, Than had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Than
Knowing the nearby villages of Than helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Than.
Frequently Asked Questions about Than
- Where is Than located?
- Than village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Than?
- Than serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Than as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Than is 1,492, with 760 males and 732 females.
- How many households are there in Than as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Than village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Than as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Than is 60.32%. The male literacy rate is 70.79%, while the female literacy rate is 49.45%.