Taror - Sunni, Shimla
Taror is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Shimla. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taror village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taror is 024113. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Taror village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taror
As per Census 2011, Taror village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 53 males and 55 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taror are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Taror
Taror 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 Taror
Taror is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Taror is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taror
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taror village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taror
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taror village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taror
Where is Taror located?
Taror village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taror?
The Gram Panchayat of Taror is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Taror?
The pincode of Taror is 171301.
What is the population of Taror?
Taror has a total population of 108, including 53 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Taror?
There are 29 households in Taror.
What is the literacy rate in Taror?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taror is 78.70%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 76.36%.