Theru - Marheen, Kathua
Theru is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Hiranagar and around 25 km from Kathua. Chhan Arorian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theru is 002057. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Theru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Theru
According to the 2011 Census, Theru village had a total population of 24 people, including 14 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Theru
Theru 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 Theru
Public transport in the Theru is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Theru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Theru is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Theru is about 25 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 Theru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Theru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Theru
Where is Theru located?
Theru village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theru?
The Gram Panchayat of Theru is Chhan Arorian.
What is the pincode of Theru?
The pincode of Theru is 184144.
What is the population of Theru?
Theru had a total population of 24, including 14 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Theru?
Theru had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Theru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theru was 80.00%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 71.43%.