Tarwad - Dalhousie, Chamba
Tarwad is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Chuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tarwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarwad is 007359. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.71 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tarwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarwad
According to the 2011 Census, Tarwad village had a total population of 135 people, including 61 males and 74 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,213 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.97%, with male literacy at 74.51% and female literacy at 64.62%.
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 | 135 | 61 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Tarwad
Tarwad 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 Tarwad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tarwad.
| 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 Dalhousie to Tarwad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Tarwad is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarwad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tarwad
Where is Tarwad located?
Tarwad village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tarwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Tarwad is Chuhan.
What is the pincode of Tarwad?
The pincode of Tarwad is 176306.
What is the population of Tarwad?
Tarwad had a total population of 135, including 61 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Tarwad?
Tarwad had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarwad was 68.97%. Male literacy was 74.51% and female literacy was 64.62%.