Talwandi Kalan - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Talwandi Kalan is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Talwandi Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Kalan is 033805. The village covers a total geographical area of 865 hectares and falls under the 142025 pincode. Jagraon is the nearest town.
Talwandi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Kalan village had a total population of 2,892 people, including 1,510 males and 1,382 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.70%, with male literacy at 89.97% and female literacy at 81.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 898.
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 | 2,892 | 1,510 | 1,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 124 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 459 | 439 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,295 | 1,247 | 1,048 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 263 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Kalan
Talwandi Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Kalan
Talwandi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Talwandi Kalan.
| 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 Ludhiana to Talwandi Kalan is about 33 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 Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Kalan
Where is Talwandi Kalan located?
Talwandi Kalan village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Kalan?
The pincode of Talwandi Kalan is 142025.
What is the population of Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan had a total population of 2,892, including 1,510 males and 1,382 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Kalan was 85.70%. Male literacy was 89.97% and female literacy was 81.11%.