Talwa
Talwa is a village located in Kotwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kotwa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Pokhara is the gram panchayat of Talwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Talwa unique in its vibrant Kotwa-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Talwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Talwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Talwa is 218352. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.8 hectares. Motihari is nearest town to Talwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Talwa
Population of Talwa
According to the 2011 Census, Talwa has a total population of about 1,828, with approximately 939 males and 889 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 384 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 444 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.00%, with male literacy at about 53.46% and female literacy near 31.95%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Talwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,828 | 939 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 196 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 218 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 786 | 502 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 437 | 605 |
Connectivity of Talwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Talwa. As per the 2011 stats, Talwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Talwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Talwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Talwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Talwa
- Where is Talwa located?
- Talwa village is situated in Kotwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Talwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Talwa is Pokhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Talwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Talwa is 1,828, with 939 males and 889 females.
- How many households are there in Talwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Talwa village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Talwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Talwa is 43.00%. The male literacy rate is 53.46%, while the female literacy rate is 31.95%.