Talinu - Bhawarna, Kangra
Talinu is a village situated in the Bhawarna tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharmsala. Jamula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talinu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talinu is 011683. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.59 hectares and falls under the 176083 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Talinu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talinu
According to the 2011 Census, Talinu village had a total population of 311 people, including 144 males and 167 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.41%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 85.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 311 | 144 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 116 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Talinu
Talinu 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 Talinu
Talinu 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 Dharmsala to Talinu is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talinu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talinu 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Talinu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talinu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talinu
Where is Talinu located?
Talinu village is located in Bhawarna Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talinu?
The Gram Panchayat of Talinu is Jamula.
What is the pincode of Talinu?
The pincode of Talinu is 176083.
What is the population of Talinu?
Talinu had a total population of 311, including 144 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Talinu?
Talinu had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talinu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talinu was 88.41%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 85.33%.