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
As per Census 2011, Talawada village has a total population of 2,786 people, consisting of 1,433 males and 1,353 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 2,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,766 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talawada are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,786, including 1,433 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Talawada?
There are 510 households in Talawada.
What is the literacy rate in Talawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talawada is 19.27%. Male literacy is 23.17% and female literacy is 15.15%.