Tharkhera - Narwar, Shivpuri
Tharkhera is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Tharkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tharkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tharkhera is 455502. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.24 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tharkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tharkhera
As per Census 2011, Tharkhera village has a total population of 3,492 people, consisting of 1,891 males and 1,601 females. The village has 814 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,570 literate and 1,922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 645 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 887 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tharkhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,492 | 1,891 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 330 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 363 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 887 | 466 | 421 |
| Literate Population | 1,570 | 1,001 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,922 | 890 | 1,032 |
Nearby Villages of Tharkhera
Tharkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jerawan | South | 2.94 km |
| Shergarh | North | 3.38 km |
| Chakrampur | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Nayagaon | East | 4.31 km |
| Bhimpur | West | 4.75 km |
| Ukayala | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Patha | South-East | 5.58 km |
| Barkhadi | North-West | 5.99 km |
| Gopaliya | North-West | 6.07 km |
| Jujhai Narwar | North-East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tharkhera
Tharkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 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 Narwar to Tharkhera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Tharkhera 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 Tharkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tharkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tharkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tharkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tharkhera
Where is Tharkhera located?
Tharkhera village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tharkhera is Tharkheda.
What is the pincode of Tharkhera?
The pincode of Tharkhera is 473880.
What is the population of Tharkhera?
Tharkhera has a total population of 3,492, including 1,891 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Tharkhera?
There are 814 households in Tharkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Tharkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tharkhera is 44.96%. Male literacy is 52.93% and female literacy is 35.54%.