Toga - Bhalai, Chamba
Toga is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Karwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toga is 007292. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.68 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Toga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Toga
As per Census 2011, Toga village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 145 males and 135 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 145 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 89 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 56 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Toga
Toga 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 Toga
Toga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Toga is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Toga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Toga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toga
Where is Toga located?
Toga village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toga?
The Gram Panchayat of Toga is Karwal.
What is the pincode of Toga?
The pincode of Toga is 176312.
What is the population of Toga?
Toga has a total population of 280, including 145 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Toga?
There are 53 households in Toga.
What is the literacy rate in Toga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toga is 51.79%. Male literacy is 61.38% and female literacy is 41.48%.