Theronda - Vikramgad, Palghar
Theronda is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Vikramgad and around 127 km from Thane. Talawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theronda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theronda is 551751. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.52 hectares and falls under the 401607 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Theronda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Theronda
According to the 2011 Census, Theronda village had a total population of 910 people, including 436 males and 474 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.02%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 52.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 903.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 436 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 903 | 433 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 299 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 137 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Theronda
Theronda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Theronda
Theronda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Theronda is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Theronda is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Theronda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theronda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Theronda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theronda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Theronda
Where is Theronda located?
Theronda village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theronda?
The Gram Panchayat of Theronda is Talawada.
What is the pincode of Theronda?
The pincode of Theronda is 401607.
What is the population of Theronda?
Theronda had a total population of 910, including 436 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Theronda?
Theronda had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Theronda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theronda was 67.02%. Male literacy was 83.06% and female literacy was 52.51%.