Thokanbeda - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Thokanbeda is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Thokanbeda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thokanbeda is 477897. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.99 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Thokanbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thokanbeda
As per Census 2011, Thokanbeda village has a total population of 1,216 people, consisting of 609 males and 607 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,207 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thokanbeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 609 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 128 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,207 | 605 | 602 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 231 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 378 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Thokanbeda
Thokanbeda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thokanbeda
Thokanbeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jhiranya to Thokanbeda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Thokanbeda 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 Thokanbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thokanbeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thokanbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thokanbeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thokanbeda
Where is Thokanbeda located?
Thokanbeda village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thokanbeda?
Thokanbeda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thokanbeda?
The pincode of Thokanbeda is 451332.
What is the population of Thokanbeda?
Thokanbeda has a total population of 1,216, including 609 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Thokanbeda?
There are 178 households in Thokanbeda.
What is the literacy rate in Thokanbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thokanbeda is 30.59%. Male literacy is 37.93% and female literacy is 23.23%.