Talwandi Rai Dado - Ajnala, Amritsar
Talwandi Rai Dado is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajnala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Talwandi Rai Dadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Rai Dado village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Rai Dado is 037244. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Ajnala is the nearest town.
Talwandi Rai Dado village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raja sansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Rai Dado
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Rai Dado village had a total population of 1,367 people, including 727 males and 640 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.22%, with male literacy at 46.15% and female literacy at 29.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,051.
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 | 1,367 | 727 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,051 | 555 | 496 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 282 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 929 | 445 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Rai Dado
Talwandi Rai Dado 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wanjhanwala | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Fatehwal | North | 1.28 km |
| Chak Dogran | North | 2.20 km |
| Chak Aul | West | 2.30 km |
| Nangal Wanjhanwala | South | 2.41 km |
| Granthgarh | North | 2.67 km |
| Sarang Dev | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Punga | West | 3.40 km |
| Jafarkot | West | 3.48 km |
| Kotli Koka | North-West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Rai Dado
Talwandi Rai Dado is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chheharta, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amritsar to Talwandi Rai Dado is about 30 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 Talwandi Rai Dado
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Rai Dado 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Rai Dado
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwandi Rai Dado village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Rai Dado
Where is Talwandi Rai Dado located?
Talwandi Rai Dado village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Rai Dado?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Rai Dado is Talwandi Rai Dadu.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Rai Dado?
The pincode of Talwandi Rai Dado is 143102.
What is the population of Talwandi Rai Dado?
Talwandi Rai Dado had a total population of 1,367, including 727 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Rai Dado?
Talwandi Rai Dado had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Rai Dado?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Rai Dado was 38.22%. Male literacy was 46.15% and female literacy was 29.16%.