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
According to the 2011 Census, Toga village had a total population of 280 people, including 145 males and 135 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.42%, with male literacy at 70.63% and female literacy at 49.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 145 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 280, including 145 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Toga?
Toga had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toga was 60.42%. Male literacy was 70.63% and female literacy was 49.12%.