Thorgavhan - Raver, Jalgaon
Thorgavhan is a village situated in the Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raver and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Thorgavhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorgavhan is 526928. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.67 hectares and falls under the 425501 pincode. Savda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Thorgavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thorgavhan
As per Census 2011, Thorgavhan village has a total population of 3,143 people, consisting of 1,556 males and 1,587 females. The village has 921 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,454 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thorgavhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,143 | 1,556 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 134 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 136 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 2,454 | 1,301 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 255 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Thorgavhan
Thorgavhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghode Kh | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Chunwade | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Gate | East | 2.95 km |
| Karanji | West | 3.10 km |
| Taskhede | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Rangaon | South | 3.29 km |
| Udhali Kh | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Raipur | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Mangi | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Gahukhede | South | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thorgavhan
Thorgavhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savda to Thorgavhan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Thorgavhan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorgavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorgavhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thorgavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorgavhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thorgavhan
Where is Thorgavhan located?
Thorgavhan village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorgavhan?
Thorgavhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thorgavhan?
The pincode of Thorgavhan is 425501.
What is the population of Thorgavhan?
Thorgavhan has a total population of 3,143, including 1,556 males and 1,587 females.
How many households are there in Thorgavhan?
There are 921 households in Thorgavhan.
What is the literacy rate in Thorgavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorgavhan is 78.08%. Male literacy is 83.61% and female literacy is 72.65%.