Talwar

Talwar is a village located in Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from Bilaspur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Talwar village. As per 2009 stats, Balh Balwana is the gram panchayat of Talwar village.

Here you can discover what makes Talwar unique in its vibrant Bilaspur Sadar-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Talwar’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 Talwar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Talwar is 019698. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174001. Bilaspur is nearest town to Talwar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Talwar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Talwar

According to the 2011 Census, Talwar has a total population of about 611, with approximately 305 males and 306 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 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 82.49%, with male literacy at about 84.59% and female literacy near 80.39%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Talwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 611 305 306
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 40 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 84 44 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 504 258 246
Illiterate Population 107 47 60

Connectivity of Talwar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Talwar. As per the 2011 stats, Talwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Talwar

Knowing the nearby villages of Talwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Talwar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Talwar

Where is Talwar located?
Talwar village is situated in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwar is Balh Balwana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Talwar?
The pincode of Talwar is 174001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Talwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Talwar is 611, with 305 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Talwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Talwar village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Talwar is 82.49%. The male literacy rate is 84.59%, while the female literacy rate is 80.39%.