Trichal - Mandi, Poonch
Trichal is a village situated in the Mandi tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Mandi and around 13 km from Punch. Baila serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Trichal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trichal is 001171. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 185102 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Trichal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Trichal
According to the 2011 Census, Trichal village had a total population of 366 people, including 198 males and 168 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 67.33% and female literacy at 56.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 101 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 97 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Trichal
Trichal 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 Trichal
Trichal 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Punch to Trichal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trichal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trichal 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 Trichal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trichal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Trichal
Where is Trichal located?
Trichal village is located in Mandi Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Trichal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Trichal is Baila.
What is the pincode of Trichal?
The pincode of Trichal is 185102.
What is the population of Trichal?
Trichal had a total population of 366, including 198 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Trichal?
Trichal had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Trichal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trichal was 62.37%. Male literacy was 67.33% and female literacy was 56.93%.