Toran - Kalka, Panchkula
Toran is a village situated in the Kalka tehsil of Panchkula district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalka and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Panchkula. Dhaluwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toran is 057009. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 133302 pincode. Kalka is the nearest town.
Toran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toran
As per Census 2011, Toran village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 687 males and 633 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 687 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 331 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 372 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 315 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Toran
Toran 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 Toran
Toran 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 Toran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Panchkula to Toran is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Toran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Toran
Where is Toran located?
Toran village is located in Kalka Tehsil, Panchkula district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toran?
The Gram Panchayat of Toran is Dhaluwal.
What is the pincode of Toran?
The pincode of Toran is 133302.
What is the population of Toran?
Toran has a total population of 1,320, including 687 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Toran?
There are 261 households in Toran.
What is the literacy rate in Toran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toran is 47.42%. Male literacy is 54.15% and female literacy is 40.13%.