Tora
Tora is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Toraa is the gram panchayat of Tora village.
Here you can discover what makes Tora unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Durg region. You’ll see Tora’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tora is 441741. The village spans a total geographical area of 350.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Nawagarh is nearest town to Tora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Tora
Population of Tora
According to the 2011 Census, Tora has a total population of about 1,454, with approximately 715 males and 739 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.91%, with male literacy at about 56.36% and female literacy near 37.75%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 715 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 112 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 403 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 312 | 460 |
Connectivity of Tora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tora. As per the 2011 stats, Tora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tora
Knowing the nearby villages of Tora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tora
- Where is Tora located?
- Tora village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tora is Toraa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tora?
- The pincode of Tora is 491337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tora is 1,454, with 715 males and 739 females.
- How many households are there in Tora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tora village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tora is 46.91%. The male literacy rate is 56.36%, while the female literacy rate is 37.75%.