Takwal - Fatehpur, Kangra
Takwal is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sunhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takwal is 008920. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.87 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Takwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takwal
According to the 2011 Census, Takwal village had a total population of 290 people, including 151 males and 139 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.43%, with male literacy at 91.73% and female literacy at 80.80%.
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 | 290 | 151 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 122 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 29 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Takwal
Takwal 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 Takwal
Takwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Takwal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Takwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takwal
Where is Takwal located?
Takwal village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Takwal is Sunhara.
What is the pincode of Takwal?
The pincode of Takwal is 176053.
What is the population of Takwal?
Takwal had a total population of 290, including 151 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Takwal?
Takwal had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takwal was 86.43%. Male literacy was 91.73% and female literacy was 80.80%.