Thuji - Tikken, Mandi
Thuji is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mandi. Barot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuji is 012999. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.98 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Thuji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thuji
According to the 2011 Census, Thuji village had a total population of 478 people, including 242 males and 236 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.47%, with male literacy at 91.20% and female literacy at 59.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 478 | 242 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 197 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 45 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Thuji
Thuji 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 Thuji
Thuji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Thuji is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thuji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuji 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 Thuji
Where is Thuji located?
Thuji village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuji?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuji is Barot.
What is the pincode of Thuji?
The pincode of Thuji is 175013.
What is the population of Thuji?
Thuji had a total population of 478, including 242 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Thuji?
Thuji had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuji was 75.47%. Male literacy was 91.20% and female literacy was 59.43%.