Talwara - Banswara
Talwara is a village situated in the Banswara tehsil of Banswara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from Banswara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Talwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwara is 098889. The village covers a total geographical area of 2143 hectares and falls under the 327025 pincode. Banswara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
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 Garhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banswara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwara
According to the 2011 Census, Talwara village had a total population of 12,215 people, including 6,226 males and 5,989 females, living in 2,418 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.08%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 56.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 385, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,912.
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 | 12,215 | 6,226 | 5,989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,780 | 930 | 850 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 199 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,912 | 3,481 | 3,431 |
| Literate Population | 7,313 | 4,389 | 2,924 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,902 | 1,837 | 3,065 |
Nearby Villages of Talwara
Talwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Higoliya Gara | West | 2.55 km |
| Sundanpur | East | 2.82 km |
| Samagara | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Barleeya | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Shivpura | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Devaliya | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Masotiya | North | 3.74 km |
| Umrai | South | 3.75 km |
| Phati Khan | West | 3.94 km |
| Gordi | East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwara
Talwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhairongarh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banswara to Talwara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talwara
Where is Talwara located?
Talwara village is located in Banswara Tehsil, Banswara district, Rajasthan, 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 327025.
What is the population of Talwara?
Talwara had a total population of 12,215, including 6,226 males and 5,989 females.
How many households are there in Talwara?
Talwara had 2,418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwara was 70.08%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 56.90%.