Talwada - Umbergaon, Valsad
Talwada is a village situated in the Umbergaon taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umbergaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Dhanoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwada is 523661. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.73 hectares and falls under the 396105 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Talwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talwada
According to the 2011 Census, Talwada village had a total population of 1,223 people, including 605 males and 618 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.29%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 53.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,174.
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 | 1,223 | 605 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 88 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,174 | 577 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 398 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 207 | 350 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vapi to Talwada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Talwada is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwada
Where is Talwada located?
Talwada village is located in Umbergaon Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwada is Dhanoli.
What is the pincode of Talwada?
The pincode of Talwada is 396105.
What is the population of Talwada?
Talwada had a total population of 1,223, including 605 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Talwada?
Talwada had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwada was 65.29%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 53.28%.