Talwara - Adampur, Jalandhar
Talwara is a village situated in the Adampur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Jalandhar - I and around 30 km from Jalandhar. Talwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwara is 030311. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 144102 pincode. Alawalpur is the nearest town.
Talwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwara
According to the 2011 Census, Talwara village had a total population of 506 people, including 260 males and 246 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.17%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 78.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 448.
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 | 506 | 260 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 233 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 204 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 56 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Talwara
Talwara 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 Talwara
Talwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talwara.
| 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 Jalandhar to Talwara 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 Talwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwara 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 Talwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwara 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 Talwara
Where is Talwara located?
Talwara village is located in Adampur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwara?
Talwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwara?
The pincode of Talwara is 144102.
What is the population of Talwara?
Talwara had a total population of 506, including 260 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Talwara?
Talwara had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwara was 82.17%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 78.38%.