Thoon - Nagar, Deeg
Thoon is a village situated in the Nagar tehsil of Deeg district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from Nagar and around 67 km from Bharatpur. Thoon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoon is 074216. The village covers a total geographical area of 704 hectares and falls under the 321205 pincode. Nagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Thoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thoon
As per Census 2011, Thoon village has a total population of 3,685 people, consisting of 1,974 males and 1,711 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 672 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,873 literate and 1,812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 866 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,685 | 1,974 | 1,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 357 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 471 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,873 | 1,285 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,812 | 689 | 1,123 |
Nearby Villages of Thoon
Thoon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanmatpura | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Pootli | East | 1.85 km |
| Paltoo | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Ratha | North | 2.15 km |
| Birgawan | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Taraudar | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Pathroda | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Sarangpur | North | 3.04 km |
| Tusari | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Tasai | West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thoon
Thoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brij Nagar, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nagar to Thoon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Thoon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thoon
Where is Thoon located?
Thoon village is located in Nagar Tehsil, Deeg district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoon?
Thoon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thoon?
The pincode of Thoon is 321205.
What is the population of Thoon?
Thoon has a total population of 3,685, including 1,974 males and 1,711 females.
How many households are there in Thoon?
There are 595 households in Thoon.
What is the literacy rate in Thoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoon is 50.83%. Male literacy is 65.10% and female literacy is 34.37%.