Tilla - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Tilla is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 53 km from Jammu. Chowki serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tilla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilla is 005457. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.6 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilla
According to the 2011 Census, Tilla village had a total population of 162 people, including 79 males and 83 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.62%, with male literacy at 84.29% and female literacy at 71.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Tilla
Tilla 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 Tilla
Tilla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Tilla is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Tilla is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilla
Where is Tilla located?
Tilla village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tilla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tilla is Chowki.
What is the pincode of Tilla?
The pincode of Tilla is 181201.
What is the population of Tilla?
Tilla had a total population of 162, including 79 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Tilla?
Tilla had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilla was 77.62%. Male literacy was 84.29% and female literacy was 71.23%.