Hanjana Thakra - Nowshera, Rajouri
Hanjana Thakra is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Nowshera and around 48 km from Rajouri. H. Thakra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hanjana Thakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanjana Thakra is 001602. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Hanjana Thakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hanjana Thakra
As per Census 2011, Hanjana Thakra village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 854 males and 795 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,232 literate and 417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,077 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanjana Thakra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 854 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,077 | 559 | 518 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,232 | 678 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 176 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Hanjana Thakra
Hanjana Thakra 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 Hanjana Thakra
Hanjana Thakra 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 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 Nowshera to Hanjana Thakra is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Hanjana Thakra is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanjana Thakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanjana Thakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanjana Thakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanjana Thakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hanjana Thakra
Where is Hanjana Thakra located?
Hanjana Thakra village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanjana Thakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Hanjana Thakra is H. Thakra.
What is the pincode of Hanjana Thakra?
The pincode of Hanjana Thakra is 185151.
What is the population of Hanjana Thakra?
Hanjana Thakra has a total population of 1,649, including 854 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Hanjana Thakra?
There are 397 households in Hanjana Thakra.
What is the literacy rate in Hanjana Thakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanjana Thakra is 74.71%. Male literacy is 79.39% and female literacy is 69.69%.