Toda - Danta, Banas Kantha
Toda is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Nanasada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toda is 507940. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.82 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Toda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toda
According to the 2011 Census, Toda village had a total population of 1,081 people, including 570 males and 511 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.14%, with male literacy at 80.17% and female literacy at 43.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 1,081 | 570 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 376 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 194 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Toda
Toda 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 Toda
Toda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Toda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Toda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toda
Where is Toda located?
Toda village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toda?
The Gram Panchayat of Toda is Nanasada.
What is the pincode of Toda?
The pincode of Toda is 385120.
What is the population of Toda?
Toda had a total population of 1,081, including 570 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Toda?
Toda had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toda was 63.14%. Male literacy was 80.17% and female literacy was 43.66%.