Thekrian - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Thekrian is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from R.s.pora and around 20 km from Jammu. Kotli Arjun Singh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Thekrian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thekrian is 006037. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.9 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Thekrian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thekrian
According to the 2011 Census, Thekrian village had a total population of 452 people, including 237 males and 215 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.77%, with male literacy at 90.37% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 452 | 237 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 178 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 197 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Thekrian
Thekrian 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 Thekrian
Thekrian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 R.s.pora to Thekrian is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Thekrian 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 Thekrian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thekrian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thekrian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thekrian 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 Thekrian
Where is Thekrian located?
Thekrian village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Thekrian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Thekrian is Kotli Arjun Singh.
What is the pincode of Thekrian?
The pincode of Thekrian is 181102.
What is the population of Thekrian?
Thekrian had a total population of 452, including 237 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Thekrian?
Thekrian had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekrian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thekrian was 83.77%. Male literacy was 90.37% and female literacy was 76.62%.