Touru - Baroh, Kangra
Touru is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Touru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Touru is 010135. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.08 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Touru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Touru
As per Census 2011, Touru village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 89 males and 94 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Touru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 89 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Touru
Touru 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 Touru
Touru 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Touru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Touru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Touru 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 Touru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Touru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Touru
Where is Touru located?
Touru village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Touru?
Touru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Touru?
The pincode of Touru is 176054.
What is the population of Touru?
Touru has a total population of 183, including 89 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Touru?
There are 37 households in Touru.
What is the literacy rate in Touru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Touru is 78.14%. Male literacy is 83.15% and female literacy is 73.40%.