Tarkhanwala
Tarkhanwala is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Tarkhanwala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tarkhanwala unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Tarkhanwala’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 Tarkhanwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarkhanwala is 035265. The village spans a total geographical area of 1349 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152112. Malout is nearest town to Tarkhanwala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tarkhanwala 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 Malout Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tarkhanwala
Population of Tarkhanwala
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkhanwala has a total population of about 3,256, with approximately 1,705 males and 1,551 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 379 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,725 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 53.35%, with male literacy at about 58.42% and female literacy near 47.78%. There are around 591 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tarkhanwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,256 | 1,705 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 207 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,725 | 919 | 806 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 996 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 709 | 810 |
Connectivity of Tarkhanwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarkhanwala. As per the 2011 stats, Tarkhanwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tarkhanwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarkhanwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarkhanwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarkhanwala
- Where is Tarkhanwala located?
- Tarkhanwala village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarkhanwala?
- Tarkhanwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tarkhanwala?
- The pincode of Tarkhanwala is 152112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarkhanwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarkhanwala is 3,256, with 1,705 males and 1,551 females.
- How many households are there in Tarkhanwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarkhanwala village has a total of 591 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarkhanwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarkhanwala is 53.35%. The male literacy rate is 58.42%, while the female literacy rate is 47.78%.