Thandi Choi - Kharah Balli, Jammu
Thandi Choi is a village situated in the Kharah Balli tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Skhnoor and around 56 km from Jammu. Serh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thandi Choi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thandi Choi is 005499. The village covers a total geographical area of 703 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Thandi Choi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thandi Choi
As per Census 2011, Thandi Choi village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 410 males and 366 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thandi Choi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 410 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 287 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 123 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Thandi Choi
Thandi Choi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahar | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Katyal Simbal | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Lohara | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Jogiani | East | 3.24 km |
| Kaleeth | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Dori | North | 3.71 km |
| Basiara | East | 3.76 km |
| Chajwal | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Rajwal | South | 4.85 km |
| Jad | East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thandi Choi
Public transport in the Thandi Choi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| 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 Akhnoor to Thandi Choi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Thandi Choi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thandi Choi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thandi Choi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thandi Choi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thandi Choi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thandi Choi
Where is Thandi Choi located?
Thandi Choi village is located in Kharah Balli Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thandi Choi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thandi Choi is Serh.
What is the pincode of Thandi Choi?
The pincode of Thandi Choi is 181203.
What is the population of Thandi Choi?
Thandi Choi has a total population of 776, including 410 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Thandi Choi?
There are 147 households in Thandi Choi.
What is the literacy rate in Thandi Choi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thandi Choi is 60.82%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 50.55%.