Thalwal - Mandal, Jammu
Thalwal is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Parladpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalwal is 005874. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.2 hectares and falls under the 180003 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thalwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thalwal
As per Census 2011, Thalwal village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 340 males and 311 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thalwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 340 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 196 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 215 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 125 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Thalwal
Thalwal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Gandu | West | 1.30 km |
| Mandal | South | 1.59 km |
| Khanpur Bhawan | North | 1.86 km |
| Chak Jogi | South | 2.13 km |
| Nandpur Rakwalan | East | 2.23 km |
| Alora | West | 2.33 km |
| Chak Sheru | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Ram Bagh | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Chak Habib | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Chak Gosain | South-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thalwal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thalwal. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Thalwal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Thalwal is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalwal 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thalwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalwal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thalwal
Where is Thalwal located?
Thalwal village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalwal is Parladpur.
What is the pincode of Thalwal?
The pincode of Thalwal is 180003.
What is the population of Thalwal?
Thalwal has a total population of 651, including 340 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Thalwal?
There are 138 households in Thalwal.
What is the literacy rate in Thalwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalwal is 60.06%. Male literacy is 63.24% and female literacy is 56.59%.