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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Thalkote village has a total population of 1,168 people, consisting of 600 males and 568 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thalkote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 600 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Thalkote?
Thalkote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thalkote?
The pincode of Thalkote is 185233.
What is the population of Thalkote?
Thalkote has a total population of 1,168, including 600 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Thalkote?
There are 203 households in Thalkote.
What is the literacy rate in Thalkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalkote is 26.71%. Male literacy is 36.17% and female literacy is 16.73%.