Talwara - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Talwara is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Talwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwara is 033646. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 141008 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Talwara 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 Talwara
According to the 2011 Census, Talwara village had a total population of 1,056 people, including 555 males and 501 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 78.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 561.
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 | 1,056 | 555 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 294 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 390 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 165 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Talwara
Talwara 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 Talwara
Talwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Talwara is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwara 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 Talwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talwara
Where is Talwara located?
Talwara village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwara?
Talwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwara?
The pincode of Talwara is 141008.
What is the population of Talwara?
Talwara had a total population of 1,056, including 555 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Talwara?
Talwara had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwara was 80.04%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 78.91%.