Talwandi Hindua - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Talwandi Hindua is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Talwandi Hinduan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Hindua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Hindua is 028985. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Ramdas is the nearest town.
Talwandi Hindua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Hindua
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Hindua village had a total population of 791 people, including 433 males and 358 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.66%, with male literacy at 71.80% and female literacy at 62.77%.
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 | 791 | 433 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 275 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 158 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Hindua
Talwandi Hindua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shehzada | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Gurchak | North | 1.88 km |
| Rattar Chhattar | East | 1.93 km |
| Gunia | North | 2.54 km |
| Megha | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Mehta | South | 2.66 km |
| Mansoor | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Dharmabad | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Gola Dhola | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Mangian | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Hindua
Public transport in the Talwandi Hindua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Talwandi Hindua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwandi Hindua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Hindua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Hindua
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 Hindua 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 Hindua
Where is Talwandi Hindua located?
Talwandi Hindua village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Hindua?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Hindua is Talwandi Hinduan.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Hindua?
The pincode of Talwandi Hindua is 143604.
What is the population of Talwandi Hindua?
Talwandi Hindua had a total population of 791, including 433 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Hindua?
Talwandi Hindua had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Hindua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Hindua was 67.66%. Male literacy was 71.80% and female literacy was 62.77%.