Talu Wal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Talu Wal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Tallowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talu Wal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talu Wal is 031147. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Talu Wal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talu Wal
As per Census 2011, Talu Wal village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 137 males and 134 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talu Wal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 32 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Talu Wal
Talu Wal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatian Raj Putan | East | 1.49 km |
| Kale Bagh | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Chhant | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Miani Malahan | West | 2.20 km |
| Golra | South | 2.34 km |
| Talwandi Khurd | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Noshehra | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Kalas | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Abdulla Pur | South | 2.59 km |
| Chhanian Kalan | North | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talu Wal
Talu Wal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Talu Wal is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talu Wal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talu Wal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talu Wal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talu Wal 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 Talu Wal
Where is Talu Wal located?
Talu Wal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talu Wal?
The Gram Panchayat of Talu Wal is Tallowal.
What is the pincode of Talu Wal?
The pincode of Talu Wal is 144211.
What is the population of Talu Wal?
Talu Wal has a total population of 271, including 137 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Talu Wal?
There are 59 households in Talu Wal.
What is the literacy rate in Talu Wal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talu Wal is 76.01%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 75.37%.