Thana - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Thana is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Thana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 481525. The village covers a total geographical area of 1507.42 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thana
As per Census 2011, Thana village has a total population of 2,136 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,009 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 1,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,136 | 1,127 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 248 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 201 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 499 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,318 | 628 | 690 |
Nearby Villages of Thana
Thana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hingli Jagir | West | 2.62 km |
| Hada | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Shahpura | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Sadher | North | 3.23 km |
| Sheel Kheda | West | 3.35 km |
| Rampura Jagir | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Sagar | West | 3.86 km |
| Pegyai | East | 3.92 km |
| Pura Jagir | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Jhiri | South | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thana
Thana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamshabad to Thana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Thana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
Thana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 464111.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana has a total population of 2,136, including 1,127 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
There are 447 households in Thana.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana is 38.30%. Male literacy is 44.28% and female literacy is 31.62%.