Talwar - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Talwar is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Talwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwar is 011370. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.39 hectares and falls under the 176096 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Talwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwar
As per Census 2011, Talwar village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 239 males and 275 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 239 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 199 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 40 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Talwar
Talwar 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 Talwar
Talwar 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 Talwar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Talwar
Where is Talwar located?
Talwar village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwar?
Talwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwar?
The pincode of Talwar is 176096.
What is the population of Talwar?
Talwar has a total population of 514, including 239 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Talwar?
There are 142 households in Talwar.
What is the literacy rate in Talwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwar is 76.07%. Male literacy is 83.26% and female literacy is 69.82%.