Talwandi Bharth - Batala, Gurdaspur
Talwandi Bharth is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bazpur Colony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Bharth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Bharth is 028787. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Talwandi Bharth 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 Bharth
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Bharth village has a total population of 3,150 people, consisting of 1,666 males and 1,484 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,853 literate and 1,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Bharth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,150 | 1,666 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 237 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,340 | 701 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 1,853 | 1,040 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,297 | 626 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Bharth
Talwandi Bharth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishniwal | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Riali Kalan | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Bullowal | East | 2.56 km |
| Ghoga | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Janglan | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Bharthwal | West | 2.79 km |
| Riali Khurd | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Kashtiwal | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Daburji | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Gujjarpura | North | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Bharth
Talwandi Bharth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaintipura, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 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 Bharth is about 40 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 Bharth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Bharth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Bharth
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 Bharth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Bharth
Where is Talwandi Bharth located?
Talwandi Bharth village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Bharth?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Bharth is Bazpur Colony.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Bharth?
The pincode of Talwandi Bharth is 143506.
What is the population of Talwandi Bharth?
Talwandi Bharth has a total population of 3,150, including 1,666 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Bharth?
There are 583 households in Talwandi Bharth.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Bharth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Bharth is 58.83%. Male literacy is 62.42% and female literacy is 54.78%.