Thugaon (Nipani) - Narkhed, Nagpur
Thugaon (Nipani) is a village situated in the Narkhed tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkhed and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Thugaonnipani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thugaon (Nipani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thugaon (Nipani) is 534874. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.74 hectares and falls under the 441304 pincode. Narkhed is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Thugaon (Nipani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thugaon (Nipani)
As per Census 2011, Thugaon (Nipani) village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 475 males and 463 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thugaon (Nipani) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 475 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 384 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 91 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Thugaon (Nipani)
Thugaon (Nipani) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junona (gharad) | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Dindargaon | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Kharsoli | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Nasirpur(rithi) | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Khedikaryat | East | 3.19 km |
| Tinkheda | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Yerla(indora) | North | 3.39 km |
| Sonpur(rithi) | South | 3.41 km |
| Mohgaon(rithi) | West | 3.64 km |
| Wadgaon (umari) | South-East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thugaon (Nipani)
Public transport in the Thugaon (Nipani) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tinkheda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkhed to Thugaon (Nipani) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Thugaon (Nipani) is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thugaon (Nipani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thugaon (Nipani) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thugaon (Nipani)
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 (Nipani) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thugaon (Nipani)
Where is Thugaon (Nipani) located?
Thugaon (Nipani) village is located in Narkhed Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thugaon (Nipani)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thugaon (Nipani) is Thugaonnipani.
What is the pincode of Thugaon (Nipani)?
The pincode of Thugaon (Nipani) is 441304.
What is the population of Thugaon (Nipani)?
Thugaon (Nipani) has a total population of 938, including 475 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Thugaon (Nipani)?
There are 226 households in Thugaon (Nipani).
What is the literacy rate in Thugaon (Nipani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thugaon (Nipani) is 75.69%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 70.41%.