Talwar - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Talwar is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Balh Bhalwana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwar is 019698. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 174004 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Talwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwar
As per Census 2011, Talwar village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 305 males and 306 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 504 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 305 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 258 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Talwar
Talwar 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 Talwar
Talwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Talwar is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talwar
Where is Talwar located?
Talwar village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwar is Balh Bhalwana.
What is the pincode of Talwar?
The pincode of Talwar is 174004.
What is the population of Talwar?
Talwar has a total population of 611, including 305 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Talwar?
There are 109 households in Talwar.
What is the literacy rate in Talwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwar is 82.49%. Male literacy is 84.59% and female literacy is 80.39%.