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
As per Census 2011, Toda village has a total population of 1,456 people, consisting of 756 males and 700 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,456, including 756 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Toda?
There are 275 households in Toda.
What is the literacy rate in Toda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toda is 60.30%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 54.71%.