Talwandi Khurd - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Talwandi Khurd is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Talwandi Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Khurd is 033806. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 142025 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Talwandi Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Khurd village had a total population of 2,331 people, including 1,223 males and 1,108 females, living in 457 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.72%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 79.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 605.
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 | 2,331 | 1,223 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 324 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,769 | 970 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 253 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Khurd
Talwandi Khurd 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 Khurd
Talwandi Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Talwandi Khurd.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Talwandi Khurd is about 26 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Khurd
Where is Talwandi Khurd located?
Talwandi Khurd village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Khurd?
Talwandi Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Khurd?
The pincode of Talwandi Khurd is 142025.
What is the population of Talwandi Khurd?
Talwandi Khurd had a total population of 2,331, including 1,223 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Khurd?
Talwandi Khurd had 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Khurd was 83.72%. Male literacy was 87.55% and female literacy was 79.50%.