Thangaon - Manawar, Dhar
Thangaon is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Thangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangaon is 475714. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.96 hectares and falls under the 454449 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thangaon
As per Census 2011, Thangaon village has a total population of 996 people, consisting of 498 males and 498 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 808 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 498 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 407 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 338 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 160 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Thangaon
Thangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishanpur Khedi | South | 1.28 km |
| Rangaon | West | 1.41 km |
| Jhirvi | East | 2.16 km |
| Dhankhedi | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Amlatha | South | 2.26 km |
| Baykheda | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Kalyanpura | West | 2.83 km |
| Rajpura | South | 2.97 km |
| Jalkheda | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Sarasgaon | South | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thangaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thangaon. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Manawar to Thangaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Thangaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thangaon
Where is Thangaon located?
Thangaon village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangaon?
Thangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thangaon?
The pincode of Thangaon is 454449.
What is the population of Thangaon?
Thangaon has a total population of 996, including 498 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Thangaon?
There are 218 households in Thangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangaon is 53.31%. Male literacy is 67.87% and female literacy is 38.76%.