Talwandi Jattan - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Talwandi Jattan is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Talwandi Jattan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Jattan is 030886. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Talwandi Jattan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Jattan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Jattan village had a total population of 818 people, including 418 males and 400 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.43%, with male literacy at 93.07% and female literacy at 81.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 442.
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 | 818 | 418 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 218 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 349 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 69 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Jattan
Talwandi Jattan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khurd | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Khiala Balanda | South | 2.04 km |
| Chak Nurali | East | 2.16 km |
| Dhut Kalan | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Musa | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Daulatpur | East | 2.85 km |
| Bagha | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Sotla | South | 3.14 km |
| Rana | North | 3.37 km |
| Tentpal | East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Jattan
Talwandi Jattan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khudda Korala, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Talwandi Jattan 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 Jattan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Jattan 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 Jattan
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 Jattan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Jattan
Where is Talwandi Jattan located?
Talwandi Jattan village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Jattan?
Talwandi Jattan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Jattan?
The pincode of Talwandi Jattan is 144221.
What is the population of Talwandi Jattan?
Talwandi Jattan had a total population of 818, including 418 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Jattan?
Talwandi Jattan had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Jattan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Jattan was 87.43%. Male literacy was 93.07% and female literacy was 81.64%.