Thanegaon - Ghatanji, Yavatmal
Thanegaon is a village situated in the Ghatanji tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatanji and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Thanegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanegaon is 543420. The village covers a total geographical area of 979.47 hectares and falls under the 445301 pincode. Ghatanji is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Thanegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Thanegaon village had a total population of 258 people, including 136 males and 122 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.06%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 99 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 37 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Thanegaon
Thanegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhim Kund (n) | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Honegaon (badi) | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Pitapongari | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Sawargaon Magi | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Mangi (n) | West | 3.52 km |
| Ganeri | South | 4.69 km |
| Sagada | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Tipeshwar | North-East | 5.49 km |
| Sawangi | West | 6.67 km |
| Matani | North | 7.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thanegaon
Thanegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ghatanji to Thanegaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Thanegaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanegaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thanegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanegaon 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 Thanegaon
Where is Thanegaon located?
Thanegaon village is located in Ghatanji Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Thanegaon?
Thanegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thanegaon?
The pincode of Thanegaon is 445301.
What is the population of Thanegaon?
Thanegaon had a total population of 258, including 136 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Thanegaon?
Thanegaon had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanegaon was 71.06%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 60.71%.