Talawada - Thandla, Jhabua
Talawada is a village situated in the Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thandla and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Talawada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talawada is 504181. The village covers a total geographical area of 949.55 hectares and falls under the 457772 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Talawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talawada
According to the 2011 Census, Talawada village had a total population of 2,786 people, including 1,433 males and 1,353 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.30%, with male literacy at 29.64% and female literacy at 18.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,766.
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 | 2,786 | 1,433 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 313 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,766 | 1,421 | 1,345 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 332 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,249 | 1,101 | 1,148 |
Nearby Villages of Talawada
Talawada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukadipada | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Semal Khedi | North | 2.79 km |
| Kesharpura | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Nogawa Kaliya | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Kookaripara | West | 3.06 km |
| Mahudi Ka Mal | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Bhetiya | East | 3.53 km |
| Borpada | North | 3.62 km |
| Nogawa Semla | South | 3.83 km |
| Selechdevda | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talawada
Public transport in the Talawada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhairongarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Talawada is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Talawada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talawada
Where is Talawada located?
Talawada village is located in Thandla Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talawada?
Talawada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talawada?
The pincode of Talawada is 457772.
What is the population of Talawada?
Talawada had a total population of 2,786, including 1,433 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Talawada?
Talawada had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talawada was 24.30%. Male literacy was 29.64% and female literacy was 18.81%.