Talwara - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Talwara is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Talwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwara is 018916. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.34 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Talwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Talwara
According to the 2011 Census, Talwara village had a total population of 748 people, including 383 males and 365 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 96.45% and female literacy at 79.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 748 | 383 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 45 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 326 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 57 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Talwara
Talwara 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 Talwara
Talwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talwara is about 38 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 Talwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwara 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 Talwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwara
Where is Talwara located?
Talwara village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwara?
Talwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwara?
The pincode of Talwara is 174026.
What is the population of Talwara?
Talwara had a total population of 748, including 383 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Talwara?
Talwara had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwara was 87.78%. Male literacy was 96.45% and female literacy was 79.18%.