Takwal

Takwal is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 76km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Takwal village. As per 2009 stats, Sunhara is the gram panchayat of Takwal village.

Takwal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Takwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Takwal is 008920. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176053. Nurpur is nearest town to Takwal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Takwal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Takwal

Below is a concise population overview of Takwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 290 151 139
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 18 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 223 122 101
Illiterate Population 67 29 38

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Takwal village:

  • The total population of Takwal village is around 290, including approximately 151 males and 139 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Takwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Takwal village is about 76.90%, with male literacy at 80.79% and female literacy at 72.66%.
  • There are around 49 households in Takwal village.

Connectivity of Takwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Takwal. As per the 2011 stats, Takwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Takwal

Knowing the nearby villages of Takwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Takwal.

Bhati Hadialchan Bhati Minhasan Fatehpur Ban Fatehpur Badiali Dakiara Bharel Latwala Buhal Varun Gandeeri Gandeeri

Frequently Asked Questions about Takwal

Where is Takwal located?
Takwal village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Takwal is Sunhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Takwal?
The pincode of Takwal is 176053, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Takwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Takwal is 290, with 151 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Takwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Takwal village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Takwal is 76.90%. The male literacy rate is 80.79%, while the female literacy rate is 72.66%.