Thugaon - Amravati
Thugaon is a village situated in the Amravati tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Amravati, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Tembha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thugaon is 532660. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.18 hectares and falls under the 444801 pincode. Amravati is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Thugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thugaon
As per Census 2011, Thugaon village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 279 males and 262 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 279 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 232 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Thugaon
Thugaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rustampur | North | 1.67 km |
| Makrandabad | South | 2.16 km |
| Ismailpur | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Umartek | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Pohara | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Abitpur | East | 3.02 km |
| Asegaon | North | 3.18 km |
| Rama | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Himantpur | South | 3.34 km |
| Marki | South | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thugaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Thugaon. The nearest railway station is Shirala, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Amravati to Thugaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thugaon
Where is Thugaon located?
Thugaon village is located in Amravati Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thugaon is Tembha.
What is the pincode of Thugaon?
The pincode of Thugaon is 444801.
What is the population of Thugaon?
Thugaon has a total population of 541, including 279 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Thugaon?
There are 128 households in Thugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thugaon is 78.37%. Male literacy is 83.15% and female literacy is 73.28%.