Talwandi Dogran - Amritsar -I, Amritsar
Talwandi Dogran is a village situated in the Amritsar -I tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar -i and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Surjan Singh Wala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Dogran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Dogran is 037553. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 143113 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Talwandi Dogran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jandiala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Dogran
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Dogran village has a total population of 2,082 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 953 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Dogran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,129 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 175 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,310 | 716 | 594 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 637 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 492 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Dogran
Talwandi Dogran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rakh Manawala | West | 1.55 km |
| Nangal Dial Singh | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Malak Pur | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Rakh Devi Dass Pura | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Wadali Dogran | South | 2.00 km |
| Killa Jiwan Singh | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Fatehpur Rajputan | North | 2.96 km |
| Mooga | West | 3.27 km |
| Meharbanpura | South | 3.44 km |
| Devi Dass Pura | South-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Dogran
Talwandi Dogran is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mananwala, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 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 Amritsar to Talwandi Dogran is about 15 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 Talwandi Dogran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Dogran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Dogran
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 Dogran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Dogran
Where is Talwandi Dogran located?
Talwandi Dogran village is located in Amritsar -I Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Dogran?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Dogran is Surjan Singh Wala.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Dogran?
The pincode of Talwandi Dogran is 143113.
What is the population of Talwandi Dogran?
Talwandi Dogran has a total population of 2,082, including 1,129 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Dogran?
There are 326 households in Talwandi Dogran.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Dogran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Dogran is 53.94%. Male literacy is 56.42% and female literacy is 51.00%.