Toresingha Village - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Toresingha is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Toresingha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toresingha is 445931. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.77 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Toresingha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toresingha
As per Census 2011, Toresingha village has a total population of 2,060 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 996 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,531 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toresingha are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,060 | 1,064 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 125 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 199 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 866 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 198 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Toresingha
Toresingha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudpahar | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Gohirapali (goharapali) | West | 2.52 km |
| Kisdi | East | 2.99 km |
| Semaliya | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Kalenda | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Bhuthiya | South | 3.47 km |
| Antarla | West | 3.91 km |
| Kundapali | South | 4.26 km |
| Khairmal | North | 4.58 km |
| Nawagaon | South | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toresingha
Toresingha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Toresingha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Toresingha is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toresingha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toresingha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Toresingha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toresingha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Toresingha
Where is Toresingha located?
Toresingha village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toresingha?
Toresingha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toresingha?
The pincode of Toresingha is 493558.
What is the population of Toresingha?
Toresingha has a total population of 2,060, including 1,064 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Toresingha?
There are 529 households in Toresingha.
What is the literacy rate in Toresingha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toresingha is 74.32%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 66.77%.