Thara Jhikla Village Overview
Thara Jhikla is a village in Dhar Kalan tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It lies about 11 km from Dhar Kalan tehsil headquarters and around 60 km from Gurdaspur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Thara Jhikla village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Thara Jhikla village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thara Jhikla is 027396. The village covers a geographical area of 2041 hectares and has a pincode of 145029. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Location Map of Thara Jhikla
Population & Demographics of Thara Jhikla
This section provides population and demographic details of Thara Jhikla village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,624 | 1,907 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 268 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 817 | 433 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,519 | 1,364 | 1,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 543 | 562 |
Key population details of Thara Jhikla village are given below:
- Thara Jhikla village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 3,624, including approximately 1,907 males and 1,717 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 817 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Thara Jhikla village is good, with a literacy rate of about 69.51%.
- There are around 667 households in Thara Jhikla village.
Transport & Connectivity of Thara Jhikla
Transport facilities help residents of Thara Jhikla village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thara Jhikla
The following villages are located close to Thara Jhikla and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thara Jhikla
- Where is Thara Jhikla located?
- Thara Jhikla village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thara Jhikla?
- Thara Jhikla is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Thara Jhikla?
- The pincode of Thara Jhikla is 145029.
- What is the population of Thara Jhikla?
- Thara Jhikla has a total population of 3,624, including 1,907 males and 1,717 females.
- How many households are there in Thara Jhikla?
- There are 667 households in Thara Jhikla.
- What is the literacy rate in Thara Jhikla?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thara Jhikla is 69.51%. Male literacy is 71.53% and female literacy is 67.27%.