Thakurra - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Thakurra is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Thakurra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakurra is 457445. The village covers a total geographical area of 2725.56 hectares and falls under the 471516 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Thakurra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thakurra
As per Census 2011, Thakurra village has a total population of 3,636 people, consisting of 1,911 males and 1,725 females. The village has 844 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 589 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,991 literate and 1,645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 850 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakurra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,636 | 1,911 | 1,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 271 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 850 | 427 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,991 | 1,261 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,645 | 650 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Thakurra
Thakurra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Judipur | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Pavaithar | South | 3.81 km |
| Kurdhana | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Mawaighat | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Kishunpur | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Kitpura | West | 4.64 km |
| Bahadurpur Syondha | East | 5.13 km |
| Singarpur | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Nidhauli | North | 5.50 km |
| Silap | North-West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thakurra
Public transport in the Thakurra is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khairar Jn, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 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 Banda to Thakurra is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Thakurra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakurra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakurra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thakurra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakurra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thakurra
Where is Thakurra located?
Thakurra village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakurra?
Thakurra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thakurra?
The pincode of Thakurra is 471516.
What is the population of Thakurra?
Thakurra has a total population of 3,636, including 1,911 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Thakurra?
There are 844 households in Thakurra.
What is the literacy rate in Thakurra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakurra is 54.76%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 42.32%.