Talwari Khalsa - Tharali, Chamoli
Talwari Khalsa is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Talwadi Khalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talwari Khalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwari Khalsa is 041726. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.3 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Talwari Khalsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Talwari Khalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Talwari Khalsa village had a total population of 479 people, including 214 males and 265 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 96.05% and female literacy at 67.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 479 | 214 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 170 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 44 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Talwari Khalsa
Talwari Khalsa 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 Talwari Khalsa
Talwari Khalsa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Talwari Khalsa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Talwari Khalsa is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwari Khalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwari Khalsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talwari Khalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwari Khalsa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talwari Khalsa
Where is Talwari Khalsa located?
Talwari Khalsa village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talwari Khalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Talwari Khalsa is Talwadi Khalsa.
What is the pincode of Talwari Khalsa?
The pincode of Talwari Khalsa is 246482.
What is the population of Talwari Khalsa?
Talwari Khalsa had a total population of 479, including 214 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Talwari Khalsa?
Talwari Khalsa had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwari Khalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwari Khalsa was 79.66%. Male literacy was 96.05% and female literacy was 67.10%.