Tarwar - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Tarwar is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tarwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarwar is 019597. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.83 hectares and falls under the 174015 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Tarwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarwar
According to the 2011 Census, Tarwar village had a total population of 384 people, including 193 males and 191 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.31%, with male literacy at 83.63% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 384 | 193 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 143 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 50 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Tarwar
Tarwar 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 Tarwar
Tarwar 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 Naina Devi to Tarwar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Tarwar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarwar 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tarwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarwar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tarwar
Where is Tarwar located?
Tarwar village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarwar?
Tarwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarwar?
The pincode of Tarwar is 174015.
What is the population of Tarwar?
Tarwar had a total population of 384, including 193 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Tarwar?
Tarwar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarwar was 73.31%. Male literacy was 83.63% and female literacy was 62.94%.