Toka - Naraingarh, Ambala
Toka is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Toka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toka is 057258. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naraingarh is the nearest town.
Toka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toka
As per Census 2011, Toka village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 352 males and 303 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 352 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 259 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 93 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Toka
Toka 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 Toka
Toka 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 Ambala to Toka is about 48 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 Toka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toka
Where is Toka located?
Toka village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toka?
Toka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toka?
The pincode of Toka is 134203.
What is the population of Toka?
Toka has a total population of 655, including 352 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Toka?
There are 124 households in Toka.
What is the literacy rate in Toka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toka is 65.04%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 55.12%.