Than - Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal
Than is a village situated in the Narendra Nagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Narendra Nagar and around 20 km from New Tehri. Than village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Than is 044391. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.34 hectares and falls under the 249175 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Than village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Than
According to the 2011 Census, Than village had a total population of 388 people, including 199 males and 189 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 388 | 199 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 69 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 140 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 59 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Than
Than 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaund | East | 1.11 km |
| Kumali | South | 1.17 km |
| Nagani Sera | North | 1.53 km |
| Kukar Bagi | North | 1.56 km |
| Khakkar | East | 1.94 km |
| Paturi | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Palas | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Bhandar Gaon | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Chaunpa | South | 2.55 km |
| Birkot | North-East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Than
Than is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Than is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Than is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Than
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Than 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 Than
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Than village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Than
Where is Than located?
Than village is located in Narendra Nagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Than?
Than is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Than?
The pincode of Than is 249175.
What is the population of Than?
Than had a total population of 388, including 199 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Than?
Than had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Than?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Than was 72.92%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 62.50%.