Thuss - Kalakote, Rajouri
Thuss is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Mallurian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Thuss village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuss is 001526. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.2 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Thuss village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thuss
According to the 2011 Census, Thuss village had a total population of 444 people, including 233 males and 211 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.28%, with male literacy at 72.87% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 444 | 233 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 103 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 137 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 96 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Thuss
Thuss 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 Thuss
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thuss.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Thuss is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuss
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuss village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thuss
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuss 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thuss
Where is Thuss located?
Thuss village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Thuss?
The Halqa Panchayat of Thuss is Mallurian.
What is the pincode of Thuss?
The pincode of Thuss is 185202.
What is the population of Thuss?
Thuss had a total population of 444, including 233 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Thuss?
Thuss had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuss?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuss was 65.28%. Male literacy was 72.87% and female literacy was 56.98%.