Thalkote - Chassana, Reasi
Thalkote is a village situated in the Chassana tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from Gool-gulabgarh and around 121 km from Reasi. Thalkote village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalkote is 005170. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.4 hectares and falls under the 185233 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Thalkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thalkote
According to the 2011 Census, Thalkote village had a total population of 1,168 people, including 600 males and 568 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.55%, with male literacy at 46.47% and female literacy at 21.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 1,168 | 600 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 217 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 383 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Thalkote
Thalkote 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 Thalkote
Public transport in the Thalkote is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Reasi to Thalkote is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Thalkote is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalkote 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 Thalkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalkote 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thalkote
Where is Thalkote located?
Thalkote village is located in Chassana Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Thalkote?
Thalkote is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thalkote?
The pincode of Thalkote is 185233.
What is the population of Thalkote?
Thalkote had a total population of 1,168, including 600 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Thalkote?
Thalkote had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thalkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalkote was 34.55%. Male literacy was 46.47% and female literacy was 21.79%.