Thana

Thana is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Thana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Thana unique in its vibrant Amgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Thana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Thana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thana is 537930. The village spans a total geographical area of 706 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Thana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Thana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Thana

According to the 2011 Census, Thana has a total population of about 3,549, with approximately 1,737 males and 1,812 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 900. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.99%, with male literacy at about 85.95% and female literacy near 74.28%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,549 1,737 1,812
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 136 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) 245 112 133
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 900 436 464
Literate Population 2,839 1,493 1,346
Illiterate Population 710 244 466

Connectivity of Thana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thana. As per the 2011 stats, Thana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thana

Knowing the nearby villages of Thana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thana

Where is Thana located?
Thana village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
Thana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Thana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thana is 3,549, with 1,737 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Thana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thana village has a total of 690 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thana is 79.99%. The male literacy rate is 85.95%, while the female literacy rate is 74.28%.