Thetham - Thandla, Jhabua
Thetham is a village situated in the Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thandla and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Thetham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thetham is 504105. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.69 hectares and falls under the 457777 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Thetham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thetham
As per Census 2011, Thetham village has a total population of 1,715 people, consisting of 859 males and 856 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 1,188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,702 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thetham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 859 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 212 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,702 | 855 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 315 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,188 | 544 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Thetham
Thetham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhosali | South | 1.08 km |
| Koya Jhoos | North | 1.76 km |
| Sagwani | South | 2.09 km |
| Hamirphalya | West | 2.10 km |
| Allipura | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Harinagar | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kanikara | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Deoka | South | 3.06 km |
| Phoolpuri | West | 3.23 km |
| Ramnagar | South-West | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thetham
Thetham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meghnagar, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Thetham is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Thetham is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thetham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thetham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thetham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thetham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thetham
Where is Thetham located?
Thetham village is located in Thandla Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thetham?
Thetham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thetham?
The pincode of Thetham is 457777.
What is the population of Thetham?
Thetham has a total population of 1,715, including 859 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Thetham?
There are 283 households in Thetham.
What is the literacy rate in Thetham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thetham is 30.73%. Male literacy is 36.67% and female literacy is 24.77%.