Talwandi Kalan - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Talwandi Kalan is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Talwandi Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Kalan is 031155. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Talwandi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Kalan village had a total population of 763 people, including 380 males and 383 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.02%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 80.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 763 | 380 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 313 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 67 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Kalan
Talwandi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achan Chak | North | 2.53 km |
| Phillaur Qilla | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Panj Dhera | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Chhaula | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Gulamgarh | North | 3.83 km |
| Bajar | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Ramgarh | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Raipur Sagnewal | North | 4.68 km |
| Sujatwala | East | 4.80 km |
| Burj Pukhta | North | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Talwandi Kalan. The nearest railway station is Phillaur Jn, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Talwandi Kalan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwandi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Kalan 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 Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Kalan
Where is Talwandi Kalan located?
Talwandi Kalan village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Kalan?
The pincode of Talwandi Kalan is 144211.
What is the population of Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan had a total population of 763, including 380 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Kalan was 86.02%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 80.91%.