Talwandi - Tapa, Barnala
Talwandi is a village situated in the Tapa tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tapa and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Barnala. Talwandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi is 040066. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.38 hectares and falls under the 148102 pincode. Bhadaur is the nearest town.
Talwandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi village had a total population of 2,405 people, including 1,270 males and 1,135 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.62%, with male literacy at 69.30% and female literacy at 61.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,029.
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 | 2,405 | 1,270 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 156 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 568 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,399 | 772 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 498 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi
Talwandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharak Singh Wala | South | 1.51 km |
| Bhagi Ke | North | 3.66 km |
| Alkra | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Saido -ke | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Majhu Ke | East | 4.40 km |
| Himmat Pura | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Patti Deep Singh Bhadaur | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Adampura | West | 5.98 km |
| Deepgarh | South-East | 6.12 km |
| Mahdeo-ke | North-West | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi
Talwandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghunas, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 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 Barnala to Talwandi is about 33 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi
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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwandi
Where is Talwandi located?
Talwandi village is located in Tapa Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi?
Talwandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi?
The pincode of Talwandi is 148102.
What is the population of Talwandi?
Talwandi had a total population of 2,405, including 1,270 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi?
Talwandi had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi was 65.62%. Male literacy was 69.30% and female literacy was 61.59%.