Talwandi Bakhtan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Talwandi Bakhtan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Talwandi Bakhta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Bakhtan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Bakhtan is 028718. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 143507 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Talwandi Bakhtan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehgarh churian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Bakhtan
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Bakhtan village has a total population of 744 people, consisting of 407 males and 337 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Bakhtan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 407 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 319 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 88 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Bakhtan
Talwandi Bakhtan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaito Sarja | East | 1.42 km |
| Purian Kalan | West | 1.54 km |
| Nathwal | North | 1.66 km |
| Kot Bakhtan | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Rangilpur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Uchokey Kalan | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Pulke | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Uchokey Khurd | South | 2.93 km |
| Basarpura | North | 2.93 km |
| Bal | West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Bakhtan
Talwandi Bakhtan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Talwandi Bakhtan 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 Bakhtan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Bakhtan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Bakhtan
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 Bakhtan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Bakhtan
Where is Talwandi Bakhtan located?
Talwandi Bakhtan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Bakhtan?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Bakhtan is Talwandi Bakhta.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Bakhtan?
The pincode of Talwandi Bakhtan is 143507.
What is the population of Talwandi Bakhtan?
Talwandi Bakhtan has a total population of 744, including 407 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Bakhtan?
There are 128 households in Talwandi Bakhtan.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Bakhtan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Bakhtan is 75.13%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 71.22%.