Tourkhola - Sandhol, Mandi
Tourkhola is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Taur Khola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tourkhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tourkhola is 013632. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.47 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Tourkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tourkhola
As per Census 2011, Tourkhola village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 157 males and 192 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 102 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tourkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 157 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 123 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 34 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Tourkhola
Tourkhola 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 Tourkhola
Tourkhola 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 | 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 Mandi to Tourkhola is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tourkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tourkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tourkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tourkhola 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 Tourkhola
Where is Tourkhola located?
Tourkhola village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tourkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Tourkhola is Taur Khola.
What is the pincode of Tourkhola?
The pincode of Tourkhola is 176090.
What is the population of Tourkhola?
Tourkhola has a total population of 349, including 157 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Tourkhola?
There are 92 households in Tourkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Tourkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tourkhola is 70.77%. Male literacy is 78.34% and female literacy is 64.58%.