Talwal - Amb, Una
Talwal is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Katohar Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwal is 018193. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.33 hectares and falls under the 177211 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Talwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwal
According to the 2011 Census, Talwal village had a total population of 330 people, including 182 males and 148 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.62%, with male literacy at 95.51% and female literacy at 82.71%.
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 | 330 | 182 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 149 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 33 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Talwal
Talwal 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 Talwal
Talwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Talwal is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwal
Where is Talwal located?
Talwal village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwal is Katohar Kalan.
What is the pincode of Talwal?
The pincode of Talwal is 177211.
What is the population of Talwal?
Talwal had a total population of 330, including 182 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Talwal?
Talwal had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwal was 89.62%. Male literacy was 95.51% and female literacy was 82.71%.