Toraniya - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Toraniya is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Danta and around 50 km from Palanpur. Navavas Kanth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toraniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toraniya is 507891. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.45 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Toraniya 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 Toraniya
According to the 2011 Census, Toraniya village had a total population of 1,867 people, including 928 males and 939 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.89%, with male literacy at 79.97% and female literacy at 59.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,867.
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 | 1,867 | 928 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 239 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,867 | 928 | 939 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 551 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 377 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Toraniya
Toraniya 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 Toraniya
Toraniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Toraniya is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Toraniya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toraniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toraniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toraniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toraniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toraniya
Where is Toraniya located?
Toraniya village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toraniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Toraniya is Navavas Kanth.
What is the pincode of Toraniya?
The pincode of Toraniya is 385110.
What is the population of Toraniya?
Toraniya had a total population of 1,867, including 928 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Toraniya?
Toraniya had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toraniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toraniya was 69.89%. Male literacy was 79.97% and female literacy was 59.91%.