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
As per Census 2011, Talwan village has a total population of 6,262 people, consisting of 3,244 males and 3,018 females. The village has 1,315 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 558 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,361 literate and 1,901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwan are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 6,262, including 3,244 males and 3,018 females.
How many households are there in Talwan?
There are 1,315 households in Talwan.
What is the literacy rate in Talwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwan is 69.64%. Male literacy is 73.89% and female literacy is 65.08%.