Thuroo - Lar, Ganderbal
Thuroo is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Theeru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuroo is 002877. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.3 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Thuroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thuroo
As per Census 2011, Thuroo village has a total population of 2,008 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 926 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 838 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thuroo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,008 | 1,082 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 181 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 704 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 378 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Thuroo
Thuroo 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 Thuroo
Thuroo 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 Ganderbal to Thuroo is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Thuroo is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thuroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuroo 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 Thuroo
Where is Thuroo located?
Thuroo village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuroo is Theeru.
What is the pincode of Thuroo?
The pincode of Thuroo is 191201.
What is the population of Thuroo?
Thuroo has a total population of 2,008, including 1,082 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Thuroo?
There are 370 households in Thuroo.
What is the literacy rate in Thuroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuroo is 58.27%. Male literacy is 65.06% and female literacy is 50.32%.