Talwandi Bootian - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Talwandi Bootian is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Rajewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwandi Bootian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Bootian is 029744. The village covers a total geographical area of 874 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Talwandi Bootian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Bootian
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Bootian village had a total population of 2,889 people, including 1,480 males and 1,409 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.80%, with male literacy at 74.67% and female literacy at 58.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,997.
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 | 2,889 | 1,480 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 173 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,997 | 1,022 | 975 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 976 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 504 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Bootian
Talwandi Bootian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Rame (162/1) | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Adarrman | South | 2.18 km |
| Nawanpind Akliwal | North | 2.74 km |
| Tarpur | East | 2.76 km |
| Patto Kalan | East | 2.86 km |
| Poonian | West | 2.92 km |
| Patti Khurd | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Kohar Khurd | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Manjhli (223-a) | South | 3.69 km |
| Sirsari | South-East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Bootian
Talwandi Bootian is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sindhar, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Talwandi Bootian is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwandi Bootian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Bootian 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 Talwandi Bootian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwandi Bootian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Bootian
Where is Talwandi Bootian located?
Talwandi Bootian village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Bootian?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Bootian is Rajewal.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Bootian?
The pincode of Talwandi Bootian is 144702.
What is the population of Talwandi Bootian?
Talwandi Bootian had a total population of 2,889, including 1,480 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Bootian?
Talwandi Bootian had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Bootian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Bootian was 66.80%. Male literacy was 74.67% and female literacy was 58.42%.