Torna
Torna is a village located in Pusour tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Pusaur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Bar is the gram panchayat of Torna village.
Torna has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Torna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torna is 435041. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496100. Pusaur is nearest town to Torna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Torna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Torna
Population of Torna
Below is a concise population overview of Torna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 161 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 54 | 60 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Torna village:
- The total population of Torna village is around 295, including approximately 161 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Torna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Torna village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 74 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Torna village is about 61.36%, with male literacy at 66.46% and female literacy at 55.22%.
- There are around 82 households in Torna village.
Connectivity of Torna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torna. As per the 2011 stats, Torna 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 Torna
Knowing the nearby villages of Torna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torna
- Where is Torna located?
- Torna village is situated in Pusour Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Torna is Bar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Torna?
- The pincode of Torna is 496100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Torna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torna is 295, with 161 males and 134 females.
- How many households are there in Torna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torna village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torna is 61.36%. The male literacy rate is 66.46%, while the female literacy rate is 55.22%.