Toja - Bharatpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Toja is a village situated in the Bharatpur tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Janakpur and around 145 km from Baikunthpur. Toja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toja is 431256. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.24 hectares and falls under the 497778 pincode. Shahdol(m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Toja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toja
According to the 2011 Census, Toja village had a total population of 456 people, including 231 males and 225 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.58%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 420.
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 | 456 | 231 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 211 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 133 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 98 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Toja
Toja 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 Toja
Toja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shahdol(m.p.) to Toja is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Toja is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toja 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 Toja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toja 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toja
Where is Toja located?
Toja village is located in Bharatpur Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toja?
Toja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toja?
The pincode of Toja is 497778.
What is the population of Toja?
Toja had a total population of 456, including 231 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Toja?
Toja had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toja was 65.58%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 58.29%.