Toylanka - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Toylanka is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Toyalanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toylanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toylanka is 450110. The village covers a total geographical area of 1699.19 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Toylanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toylanka
According to the 2011 Census, Toylanka village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 475 males and 613 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 1,291 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.19%, with male literacy at 29.14% and female literacy at 8.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,078.
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 | 1,088 | 475 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 470 | 608 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 109 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 366 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Toylanka
Toylanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadapal | West | 3.44 km |
| Muskel | North | 4.73 km |
| Surnar | South | 4.91 km |
| Burdikarka | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Badelekhapal | East | 5.57 km |
| Metapal | North-East | 6.08 km |
| Dhanikarka | South-West | 6.76 km |
| Fulnar | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Badegodre | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Duwalikarka | South | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toylanka
Public transport in the Toylanka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kawargaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Toylanka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Toylanka is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toylanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toylanka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toylanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toylanka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toylanka
Where is Toylanka located?
Toylanka village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toylanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Toylanka is Toyalanka.
What is the pincode of Toylanka?
The pincode of Toylanka is 494552.
What is the population of Toylanka?
Toylanka had a total population of 1,088, including 475 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Toylanka?
Toylanka had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toylanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toylanka was 17.19%. Male literacy was 29.14% and female literacy was 8.53%.