Thanda Pani - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Thanda Pani is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Thanda Pani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanda Pani is 001632. The village covers a total geographical area of 1087.8 hectares and falls under the 185152 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thanda Pani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thanda Pani
As per Census 2011, Thanda Pani village has a total population of 2,511 people, consisting of 1,239 males and 1,272 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,722 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thanda Pani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,511 | 1,239 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 189 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,722 | 917 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 322 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Thanda Pani
Thanda Pani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marchola | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Mawa | East | 3.59 km |
| Bhajwal | South | 3.64 km |
| Langar | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Changi Kangrial | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Patrara | East | 5.32 km |
| Bakhar | West | 5.48 km |
| Chak Tawela | West | 5.78 km |
| Kangri | South-West | 7.87 km |
| Pukharni | South | 8.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thanda Pani
Thanda Pani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| 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 Sunderbani to Thanda Pani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Thanda Pani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanda Pani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanda Pani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thanda Pani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanda Pani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thanda Pani
Where is Thanda Pani located?
Thanda Pani village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanda Pani?
Thanda Pani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thanda Pani?
The pincode of Thanda Pani is 185152.
What is the population of Thanda Pani?
Thanda Pani has a total population of 2,511, including 1,239 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Thanda Pani?
There are 552 households in Thanda Pani.
What is the literacy rate in Thanda Pani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanda Pani is 68.58%. Male literacy is 74.01% and female literacy is 63.29%.