Torla - Sargaon, Mungeli
Torla is a village situated in the Sargaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Pathariya and around 35 km from Bilaspur. Torla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torla is 438490. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.93 hectares and falls under the 495224 pincode. Sargaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Torla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torla
According to the 2011 Census, Torla village had a total population of 1,106 people, including 572 males and 534 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.38%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 54.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 1,106 | 572 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 383 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 189 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Torla
Torla 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 Torla
Torla 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 NA |
| 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 Sargaon to Torla is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Torla is about 35 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 Torla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Torla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torla 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 Torla
Where is Torla located?
Torla village is located in Sargaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torla?
Torla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Torla?
The pincode of Torla is 495224.
What is the population of Torla?
Torla had a total population of 1,106, including 572 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Torla?
Torla had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Torla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torla was 67.38%. Male literacy was 79.30% and female literacy was 54.65%.