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
According to the 2011 Census, Taror village had a total population of 108 people, including 53 males and 55 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 89.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 108, including 53 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Taror?
Taror had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taror?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taror was 89.47%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 89.36%.