Talwandi Rai - Raikot, Ludhiana
Talwandi Rai is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Talwandi Rai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwandi Rai is 033692. The village covers a total geographical area of 1584 hectares and falls under the 141109 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Talwandi Rai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwandi Rai
As per Census 2011, Talwandi Rai village has a total population of 3,355 people, consisting of 1,717 males and 1,638 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,353 literate and 1,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talwandi Rai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,355 | 1,717 | 1,638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 157 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,527 | 790 | 737 |
| Literate Population | 2,353 | 1,296 | 1,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 421 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Talwandi Rai
Talwandi Rai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Burj Naklian | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Chak Chhajawal | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Burj Hari Singh | East | 2.71 km |
| Umar Pura | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Siloani | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Rajoana Kalan | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Kamalpura | West | 3.90 km |
| Binjal | West | 3.98 km |
| Heran | North | 4.16 km |
| Rajoana Khurd | North-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwandi Rai
Talwandi Rai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chauki Man, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| 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 Talwandi Rai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwandi Rai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwandi Rai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talwandi Rai
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 Rai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwandi Rai
Where is Talwandi Rai located?
Talwandi Rai village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwandi Rai?
Talwandi Rai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwandi Rai?
The pincode of Talwandi Rai is 141109.
What is the population of Talwandi Rai?
Talwandi Rai has a total population of 3,355, including 1,717 males and 1,638 females.
How many households are there in Talwandi Rai?
There are 667 households in Talwandi Rai.
What is the literacy rate in Talwandi Rai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwandi Rai is 70.13%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 64.53%.