Talwandi Kalan
Talwandi Kalan is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Talwandi Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Talwandi Kalan unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Talwandi Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Talwandi Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Talwandi Kalan is 033619. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141018. Ludhiana is nearest town to Talwandi Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Talwandi Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Talwandi Kalan
Population of Talwandi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Talwandi Kalan has a total population of about 1,708, with approximately 851 males and 857 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,665 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.05%, with male literacy at about 59.11% and female literacy near 45.04%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Talwandi Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,708 | 851 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,665 | 829 | 836 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 889 | 503 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 348 | 471 |
Connectivity of Talwandi Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Talwandi Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Talwandi Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Talwandi Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Talwandi Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Talwandi Kalan
- Where is Talwandi Kalan located?
- Talwandi Kalan village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Kalan?
- Talwandi Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Talwandi Kalan?
- The pincode of Talwandi Kalan is 141018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Talwandi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Talwandi Kalan is 1,708, with 851 males and 857 females.
- How many households are there in Talwandi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Talwandi Kalan village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Talwandi Kalan is 52.05%. The male literacy rate is 59.11%, while the female literacy rate is 45.04%.