Torana - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Torana is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Baramkela and around 59 km from Raigarh. Bar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Torana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torana is 435640. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.72 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Torana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raigarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Torana
Torana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purena | West | 1.17 km |
| Bar | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Khaprapali | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Sanda | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Deogaon | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Lodhiya | West | 2.42 km |
| Girhulpali | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Nachanpali | East | 2.66 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Munglipali | North-West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Torana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Torana. The nearest railway station is Raigarh, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Torana is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Torana is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Torana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torana 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 Torana
Where is Torana located?
Torana village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torana?
The Gram Panchayat of Torana is Bar.
What is the pincode of Torana?
The pincode of Torana is 496554.