Than
Than is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Than village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Than unique in its vibrant Dhanaulti-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Than’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Than
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Than is 044276. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249180. Mussoorie is nearest town to Than village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Than
Population of Than
According to the 2011 Census, Than has a total population of about 571, with approximately 277 males and 294 females. The sex ratio is around 1061 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.90%, with male literacy at about 81.59% and female literacy near 53.06%. There are around 121 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Than's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 277 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 382 | 226 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 51 | 138 |
Connectivity of Than
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Than. As per the 2011 stats, Than had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Than
Knowing the nearby villages of Than helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Than.
Frequently Asked Questions about Than
- Where is Than located?
- Than village is situated in Dhanaulti Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Than?
- Than serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Than?
- The pincode of Than is 249180, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Than as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Than is 571, with 277 males and 294 females.
- How many households are there in Than as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Than village has a total of 121 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Than as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Than is 66.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.59%, while the female literacy rate is 53.06%.