Thangrote - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Thangrote 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 120 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Thangrote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangrote is 001617. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.7 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thangrote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thangrote
According to the 2011 Census, Thangrote village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 557 males and 495 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.21%, with male literacy at 76.26% and female literacy at 53.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 1,052 | 557 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 102 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 347 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 210 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Thangrote
Thangrote 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 Thangrote
Thangrote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Thangrote is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Thangrote is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangrote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangrote 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thangrote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangrote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thangrote
Where is Thangrote located?
Thangrote village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangrote?
Thangrote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thangrote?
The pincode of Thangrote is 185203.
What is the population of Thangrote?
Thangrote had a total population of 1,052, including 557 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Thangrote?
Thangrote had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangrote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangrote was 65.21%. Male literacy was 76.26% and female literacy was 53.03%.