Talwandi Kalan - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Talwandi Kalan is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 15 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 033619. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 141008 pincode. Ludhiana 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 Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Kalan village has a total population of 1,708 people, consisting of 851 males and 857 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,665 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,708 | 851 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,665 | 829 | 836 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 503 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 348 | 471 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Talwandi Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ludhiana to Talwandi Kalan is about 15 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Kalan
Where is Talwandi Kalan located?
Talwandi Kalan village is located in Ludhiana (West) 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 141008.
What is the population of Talwandi Kalan?
Talwandi Kalan has a total population of 1,708, including 851 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Kalan?
There are 330 households in Talwandi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Kalan is 52.05%. Male literacy is 59.11% and female literacy is 45.04%.