Twan - Saach, Chamba
Twan is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 247 km from Chamba. Shoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Twan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Twan is 006734. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.25 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Twan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Twan
According to the 2011 Census, Twan village had a total population of 222 people, including 108 males and 114 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.66%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 63.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 47 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Twan
Twan 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 Twan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Twan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Twan is about 247 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Twan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Twan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Twan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Twan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Twan
Where is Twan located?
Twan village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Twan?
The Gram Panchayat of Twan is Shoon.
What is the pincode of Twan?
The pincode of Twan is 176323.
What is the population of Twan?
Twan had a total population of 222, including 108 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Twan?
Twan had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Twan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Twan was 65.66%. Male literacy was 68.54% and female literacy was 63.30%.