Talab Tillo
Talab Tillo is an urban area of Jammu City in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a bustling residential and commercial hub that holds historical and cultural significance.
Etymology
It is believed to have derived its name from a saint named "Tilloo" and from a "talab" which was situated here. "Talab" is a Dogri word which means "pond" in English. Earlier it used to be called Tillo Talab but with the passage of time the name changed to 'Talab Tillo'.Geography and Layout
Talab Tillo is located in the western part of Jammu City, bordered by neighbourhoods such as Bohri, Canal Road, and Bakshi Nagar. It lies close to Akhnoor Road, providing seamless connectivity to various parts of the city and neighbouring districts.Sub-Localities
The locality comprises several well-defined sub-areas:Talab Tillo Chowk: The main commercial hub featuring banks, shopping centers, and eateries.UdheywalaAnand NagarGol Pulli- '''Pakka Gharat'''
Demographics and Language
The majority of the population in Talab Tillo consists of Dogras, who primarily speak Dogri.Hindi and Urdu are studied in schools and widely used in formal settings.
English is popular as a learned language among the educated population.
In recent years, Hindi has been gradually replacing Dogri among the youth.
Kashmiri is spoken by Kashmiri Pandit refugees who settled in the area, as well as a small minority of Kashmiri Muslims.