Torla - Sargaon, Mungeli
Torla is a village situated in the Sargaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Pathariya and around 35 km from Bilaspur. Torla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torla is 438490. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.93 hectares and falls under the 495224 pincode. Sargaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Torla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torla
As per Census 2011, Torla village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 572 males and 534 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Torla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 572 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 383 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 189 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Torla
Torla 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 Torla
Torla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sargaon to Torla is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Torla is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Torla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Torla
Where is Torla located?
Torla village is located in Sargaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torla?
Torla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Torla?
The pincode of Torla is 495224.
What is the population of Torla?
Torla has a total population of 1,106, including 572 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Torla?
There are 193 households in Torla.
What is the literacy rate in Torla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torla is 56.96%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 46.25%.