Talwandi Salahan - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Talwandi Salahan is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from Dasua and around 36 km from Hoshiarpur. Patti Talwandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Salahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Salahan is 030667. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 146115 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Talwandi Salahan 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 Salahan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Salahan village had a total population of 1,899 people, including 924 males and 975 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 75.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 455.
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 | 1,899 | 924 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 126 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 236 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,357 | 684 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 240 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Salahan
Talwandi Salahan 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 Salahan
Talwandi Salahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Talwandi Salahan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talwandi Salahan is about 36 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 Salahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Salahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Salahan
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 Salahan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Salahan
Where is Talwandi Salahan located?
Talwandi Salahan village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Salahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Salahan is Patti Talwandi.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Salahan?
The pincode of Talwandi Salahan is 146115.
What is the population of Talwandi Salahan?
Talwandi Salahan had a total population of 1,899, including 924 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Salahan?
Talwandi Salahan had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Salahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Salahan was 80.30%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 75.45%.