Theru - Pouni, Reasi
Theru is a village situated in the Pouni tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 50 km from Reasi and around 50 km from Reasi. Dehote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theru is 005256. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.5 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Theru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Theru
According to the 2011 Census, Theru village had a total population of 678 people, including 359 males and 319 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.20%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 44.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 678 | 359 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 74 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 210 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 149 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Theru
Theru 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 Theru
Public transport in the Theru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Reasi to Theru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Theru is about 50 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 Theru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Theru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Theru
Where is Theru located?
Theru village is located in Pouni Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theru?
The Gram Panchayat of Theru is Dehote.
What is the pincode of Theru?
The pincode of Theru is 185203.
What is the population of Theru?
Theru had a total population of 678, including 359 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Theru?
Theru had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Theru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theru was 59.20%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 44.92%.