Toda - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Toda is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Toda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toda is 513857. The village covers a total geographical area of 2814.33 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toda
According to the 2011 Census, Toda village had a total population of 1,456 people, including 756 males and 700 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 73.22% and female literacy at 60.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 1,456 | 756 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 495 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 261 | 317 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Toda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Toda is about 67 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Toda
Where is Toda located?
Toda village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toda?
Toda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toda?
The pincode of Toda is 361160.
What is the population of Toda?
Toda had a total population of 1,456, including 756 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Toda?
Toda had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toda was 67.13%. Male literacy was 73.22% and female literacy was 60.60%.