Talwandi Jhunglan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Talwandi Jhunglan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Talwandi Jhunglan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Jhunglan is 028687. The village covers a total geographical area of 443 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Talwandi Jhunglan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Jhunglan
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Jhunglan village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 918 males and 800 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,048 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Jhunglan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 918 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 113 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 335 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 592 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 326 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Jhunglan
Talwandi Jhunglan 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 Jhunglan
Talwandi Jhunglan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talwandi Jhunglan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Talwandi Jhunglan is about 30 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 Jhunglan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Jhunglan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Jhunglan
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 Jhunglan 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 Jhunglan
Where is Talwandi Jhunglan located?
Talwandi Jhunglan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Jhunglan?
Talwandi Jhunglan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Jhunglan?
The pincode of Talwandi Jhunglan is 143506.
What is the population of Talwandi Jhunglan?
Talwandi Jhunglan has a total population of 1,718, including 918 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Jhunglan?
There are 335 households in Talwandi Jhunglan.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Jhunglan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Jhunglan is 61.00%. Male literacy is 64.49% and female literacy is 57.00%.