Torkara
Torkara is a village located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 57km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Torkara village. As per 2009 stats, Turkada is the gram panchayat of Torkara village.
Torkara has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Torkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torkara is 007585. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176302. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Torkara village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Torkara
Below is a concise population overview of Torkara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 291 | 144 | 147 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Literate Population | 159 | 91 | 68 |
Illiterate Population | 132 | 53 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Torkara village:
- The total population of Torkara village is around 291, including approximately 144 males and 147 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Torkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Torkara village has 92 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Torkara village is about 54.64%, with male literacy at 63.19% and female literacy at 46.26%.
- There are around 60 households in Torkara village.
Connectivity of Torkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torkara. As per the 2011 stats, Torkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Torkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Torkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torkara
- Where is Torkara located?
- Torkara village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Torkara is Turkada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Torkara?
- The pincode of Torkara is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Torkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torkara is 291, with 144 males and 147 females.
- How many households are there in Torkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torkara village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torkara is 54.64%. The male literacy rate is 63.19%, while the female literacy rate is 46.26%.