Thana - Karera, Bhilwara
Thana is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 72 km from Mandal and around 83 km from Bhilwara. Thana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thana is 095112. The village covers a total geographical area of 715 hectares and falls under the 311804 pincode. Bhilwara is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Thana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thana
As per Census 2011, Thana village has a total population of 1,172 people, consisting of 560 males and 612 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 560 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 94 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 162 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 356 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 204 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Thana
Thana 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 Thana
Thana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhilwara to Thana is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thana 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 Thana
Where is Thana located?
Thana village is located in Karera Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thana?
Thana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thana?
The pincode of Thana is 311804.
What is the population of Thana?
Thana has a total population of 1,172, including 560 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Thana?
There are 277 households in Thana.
What is the literacy rate in Thana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thana is 51.19%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 39.87%.