Toru

Toru is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Toru village. As per 2009 stats, Khundian is the gram panchayat of Toru village.

Toru has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Toru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Toru is 010986. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176090. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Toru village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Toru village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Toru

Below is a concise population overview of Toru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 43 24 19
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 4 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 33 19 14
Illiterate Population 10 5 5

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Toru village:

  • The total population of Toru village is around 43, including approximately 24 males and 19 females, with a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 4 children aged 0–6 years in Toru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Toru village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Toru village is about 76.74%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 73.68%.
  • There are around 10 households in Toru village.

Connectivity of Toru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Toru. As per the 2011 stats, Toru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Toru

Knowing the nearby villages of Toru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Toru.

Frequently Asked Questions about Toru

Where is Toru located?
Toru village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toru?
The Gram Panchayat of Toru is Khundian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Toru?
The pincode of Toru is 176090, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Toru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Toru is 43, with 24 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Toru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Toru village has a total of 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Toru is 76.74%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 73.68%.