Toraniya - Bhachau, Kachchh
Toraniya is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Toraniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toraniya is 506642. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.12 hectares and falls under the 370135 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toraniya
As per Census 2011, Toraniya village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 451 males and 468 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toraniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 451 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 213 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 238 | 345 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Toraniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Toraniya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Toraniya is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toraniya
Where is Toraniya located?
Toraniya village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toraniya?
Toraniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toraniya?
The pincode of Toraniya is 370135.
What is the population of Toraniya?
Toraniya has a total population of 919, including 451 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Toraniya?
There are 189 households in Toraniya.
What is the literacy rate in Toraniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toraniya is 36.56%. Male literacy is 47.23% and female literacy is 26.28%.