Thetharkey - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Thetharkey is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Nikka Thetherke serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thetharkey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thetharkey is 028973. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Thetharkey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thetharkey
According to the 2011 Census, Thetharkey village had a total population of 1,989 people, including 1,066 males and 923 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.68%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 70.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 1,989 | 1,066 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 124 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 770 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 296 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Thetharkey
Thetharkey is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rattar Chhattar | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Gola Dhola | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Mangian | South | 2.28 km |
| Verokey | East | 2.43 km |
| Pakhokey Mehmaran | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Jaurian Khurd | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Megha | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Gunia | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Moolowali | South | 3.29 km |
| Shehzada | South-West | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thetharkey
Public transport in the Thetharkey is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Thetharkey is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thetharkey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thetharkey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thetharkey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thetharkey village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thetharkey
Where is Thetharkey located?
Thetharkey village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thetharkey?
The Gram Panchayat of Thetharkey is Nikka Thetherke.
What is the pincode of Thetharkey?
The pincode of Thetharkey is 143604.
What is the population of Thetharkey?
Thetharkey had a total population of 1,989, including 1,066 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Thetharkey?
Thetharkey had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thetharkey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thetharkey was 76.68%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 70.93%.