Talwandi Pain - Kapurthala
Talwandi Pain is a village situated in the Kapurthala tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from Kapurthala , which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Talwandi Pain village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Pain is 029341. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.23 hectares and falls under the 144620 pincode. Kapurthala is the nearest town.
Talwandi Pain 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 Pain
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Pain village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 334 males and 296 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Pain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 334 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 184 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 242 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 92 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Pain
Talwandi Pain 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karahal Nauabad | South | 1.02 km |
| Mitha | North | 1.11 km |
| Isharwal | South | 2.02 km |
| Karahal Kalan | East | 2.39 km |
| Jeorgepur Urf Merry Pur | West | 2.61 km |
| Karahal Khurd | East | 2.71 km |
| Daulatpur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Malian | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Kahna | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Kalru | West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Pain
Public transport in the Talwandi Pain is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pajian, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kapurthala to Talwandi Pain is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwandi Pain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Pain 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 Pain
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 Pain 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 Pain
Where is Talwandi Pain located?
Talwandi Pain village is located in Kapurthala Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Pain?
Talwandi Pain is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Pain?
The pincode of Talwandi Pain is 144620.
What is the population of Talwandi Pain?
Talwandi Pain has a total population of 630, including 334 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Pain?
There are 117 households in Talwandi Pain.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Pain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Pain is 70.00%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 67.23%.