Tohada - Tilda, Raipur
Tohada is a village situated in the Tilda tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Tohda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tohada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tohada is 444938. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.68 hectares and falls under the 493195 pincode. Tilda Newra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tohada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tohada
As per Census 2011, Tohada village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 597 males and 655 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tohada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 597 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 442 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 155 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Tohada
Tohada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsada 2 | North | 1.31 km |
| Tekari Parswani | South | 1.88 km |
| Manpur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Khapradih | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Bhilauni | East | 2.42 km |
| Changori | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Tulsi 2 | North | 2.67 km |
| Chhapora | West | 2.78 km |
| Chhachhan Pahri | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Nakati | North-East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tohada
Tohada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tilda, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tilda Newra to Tohada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Tohada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tohada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tohada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tohada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tohada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tohada
Where is Tohada located?
Tohada village is located in Tilda Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tohada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tohada is Tohda.
What is the pincode of Tohada?
The pincode of Tohada is 493195.
What is the population of Tohada?
Tohada has a total population of 1,252, including 597 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Tohada?
There are 298 households in Tohada.
What is the literacy rate in Tohada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tohada is 65.26%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 57.25%.