Talwara - Jalandhar - II, Jalandhar
Talwara is a village situated in the Jalandhar - II tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - Ii and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Talwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwara is 030461. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 144021 pincode. Jalandhar 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 253 people, including 127 males and 126 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 253 | 127 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 44 | 46 |
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
Public transport in the Talwara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Talwara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jalandhar to Talwara is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talwara
Where is Talwara located?
Talwara village is located in Jalandhar - II 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 144021.
What is the population of Talwara?
Talwara had a total population of 253, including 127 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Talwara?
Talwara had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwara was 73.42%. Male literacy was 77.57% and female literacy was 69.57%.