Talwan - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Talwan is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Talwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwan is 030016. The village covers a total geographical area of 2390 hectares and falls under the 144038 pincode. Nurmahal is the nearest town.
Talwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwan village had a total population of 6,262 people, including 3,244 males and 3,018 females, living in 1,315 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.46%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 71.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,133.
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 | 6,262 | 3,244 | 3,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 294 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,133 | 1,616 | 1,517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,361 | 2,397 | 1,964 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,901 | 847 | 1,054 |
Nearby Villages of Talwan
Talwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorsian Nihal | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Burj Hassan | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Bhoda | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Umar Pur | North | 3.55 km |
| Hardo Sangha | West | 3.69 km |
| Powadra | East | 3.72 km |
| Gag Alias Dhagara | South | 3.74 km |
| Gadra | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Uppalbhupa | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Bhundari | South-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwan
Talwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gumtali Halt, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Talwan is about 37 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 Talwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwan
Where is Talwan located?
Talwan village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwan?
Talwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwan?
The pincode of Talwan is 144038.
What is the population of Talwan?
Talwan had a total population of 6,262, including 3,244 males and 3,018 females.
How many households are there in Talwan?
Talwan had 1,315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwan was 76.46%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 71.31%.