Talwada - Kadana, Mahisagar
Talwada is a village situated in the Kadana taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Kadana and around 72 km from Godhra. Talwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwada is 517887. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.25 hectares and falls under the 389250 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talwada
As per Census 2011, Talwada village has a total population of 2,658 people, consisting of 1,386 males and 1,272 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,398 literate and 1,260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,651 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,658 | 1,386 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 231 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,651 | 1,383 | 1,268 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 903 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 483 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Talwada
Talwada 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 Talwada
Talwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Talwada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Talwada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Talwada is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talwada
Where is Talwada located?
Talwada village is located in Kadana Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwada?
Talwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwada?
The pincode of Talwada is 389250.
What is the population of Talwada?
Talwada has a total population of 2,658, including 1,386 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Talwada?
There are 523 households in Talwada.
What is the literacy rate in Talwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwada is 52.60%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 38.92%.