Toshgaon Village - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Toshgaon is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Toshgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toshgaon is 445919. The village covers a total geographical area of 950 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Toshgaon 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 Toshgaon
As per Census 2011, Toshgaon village has a total population of 2,854 people, consisting of 1,390 males and 1,464 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,933 literate and 921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 475 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toshgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,854 | 1,390 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 172 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 182 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 238 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,933 | 1,053 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 337 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Toshgaon
Toshgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandapara | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Lamkeni | West | 1.92 km |
| Antarla | East | 2.67 km |
| Manki | North | 2.79 km |
| Bhadarpali | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Kharora | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Gohirapali (goharapali) | East | 3.80 km |
| Deori | West | 3.82 km |
| Kasalba | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Gidhli | North | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toshgaon
Toshgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 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 Toshgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Toshgaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toshgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toshgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Toshgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toshgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toshgaon
Where is Toshgaon located?
Toshgaon village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toshgaon?
Toshgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toshgaon?
The pincode of Toshgaon is 493558.
What is the population of Toshgaon?
Toshgaon has a total population of 2,854, including 1,390 males and 1,464 females.
How many households are there in Toshgaon?
There are 734 households in Toshgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Toshgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toshgaon is 67.73%. Male literacy is 75.76% and female literacy is 60.11%.