Talwan
Talwan is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Talwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Talwan unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Talwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Talwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Talwan is 030016. The village spans a total geographical area of 2390 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144038. Nurmahal is nearest town to Talwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Talwan
Population of Talwan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwan has a total population of about 6,262, with approximately 3,244 males and 3,018 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 558 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.64%, with male literacy at about 73.89% and female literacy near 65.08%. There are around 1,315 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Talwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,361 | 2,397 | 1,964 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,901 | 847 | 1,054 |
Connectivity of Talwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Talwan. As per the 2011 stats, Talwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Talwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Talwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Talwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Talwan
- Where is Talwan located?
- Talwan village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Talwan?
- Talwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Talwan?
- The pincode of Talwan is 144038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Talwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Talwan is 6,262, with 3,244 males and 3,018 females.
- How many households are there in Talwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Talwan village has a total of 1,315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Talwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Talwan is 69.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.89%, while the female literacy rate is 65.08%.