Taloor - Pathankot
Taloor is a village situated in the Pathankot tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 31 km from Pathankot and around 38 km from Gurdaspur. Taloor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taloor is 027620. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 145026 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Taloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhoa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taloor
According to the 2011 Census, Taloor village had a total population of 2,032 people, including 1,060 males and 972 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.41%, with male literacy at 83.26% and female literacy at 73.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,006.
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 | 2,032 | 1,060 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 116 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,006 | 542 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 786 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 274 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Taloor
Taloor 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 Taloor
Taloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Taloor is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taloor
Where is Taloor located?
Taloor village is located in Pathankot Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taloor?
Taloor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taloor?
The pincode of Taloor is 145026.
What is the population of Taloor?
Taloor had a total population of 2,032, including 1,060 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Taloor?
Taloor had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taloor was 78.41%. Male literacy was 83.26% and female literacy was 73.17%.