Thelay - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Thelay is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kogar Marh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thelay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thelay is 005112. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.2 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Thelay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thelay
According to the 2011 Census, Thelay village had a total population of 709 people, including 347 males and 362 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.48%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 54.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 709 | 347 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 57 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 210 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 137 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Thelay
Thelay 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 Thelay
Public transport in the Thelay is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Udhampur to Thelay is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thelay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thelay 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 Thelay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thelay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thelay
Where is Thelay located?
Thelay village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thelay?
The Gram Panchayat of Thelay is Kogar Marh.
What is the pincode of Thelay?
The pincode of Thelay is 182122.
What is the population of Thelay?
Thelay had a total population of 709, including 347 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Thelay?
Thelay had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thelay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thelay was 63.48%. Male literacy was 72.41% and female literacy was 54.39%.