Talwandi Madho - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Talwandi Madho is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Talwandi Madho village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Madho is 029853. The village covers a total geographical area of 479 hectares and falls under the 144625 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Talwandi Madho 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 Madho
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Madho village had a total population of 1,574 people, including 798 males and 776 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.58%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 72.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616.
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 | 1,574 | 798 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 308 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 584 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 214 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Madho
Talwandi Madho 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotla Heran | East | 1.79 km |
| Jafrapur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Latianwala | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Allahditta | North | 2.66 km |
| Mala | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Billi Chao | East | 2.69 km |
| Chawinda | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Sherpur Dona | West | 3.15 km |
| Talwara | South | 3.51 km |
| Chachowal | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Madho
Talwandi Madho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dudwindi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Talwandi Madho is about 35 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 Talwandi Madho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Madho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Madho
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 Madho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Madho
Where is Talwandi Madho located?
Talwandi Madho village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Madho?
Talwandi Madho is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Madho?
The pincode of Talwandi Madho is 144625.
What is the population of Talwandi Madho?
Talwandi Madho had a total population of 1,574, including 798 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Madho?
Talwandi Madho had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Madho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Madho was 77.58%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 72.85%.