Talwandi Bhindran - Batala, Gurdaspur
Talwandi Bhindran is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Talwandi Bhindran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Bhindran is 028598. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 143515 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Talwandi Bhindran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Bhindran
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Bhindran village had a total population of 645 people, including 344 males and 301 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.74%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 73.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 645 | 344 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 252 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 92 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Bhindran
Talwandi Bhindran is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Bhindran
Talwandi Bhindran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Talwandi Bhindran.
| 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 Bhindran is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwandi Bhindran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Bhindran 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Bhindran
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 Bhindran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Bhindran
Where is Talwandi Bhindran located?
Talwandi Bhindran village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Bhindran?
Talwandi Bhindran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Bhindran?
The pincode of Talwandi Bhindran is 143515.
What is the population of Talwandi Bhindran?
Talwandi Bhindran had a total population of 645, including 344 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Bhindran?
Talwandi Bhindran had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Bhindran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Bhindran was 77.74%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 73.72%.