Toranwala - Nalagarh, Solan
Toranwala is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Manjholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toranwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toranwala is 020968. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.83 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Toranwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toranwala
According to the 2011 Census, Toranwala village had a total population of 54 people, including 27 males and 27 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Toranwala
Toranwala 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 Toranwala
Toranwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Toranwala is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toranwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toranwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Toranwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toranwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toranwala
Where is Toranwala located?
Toranwala village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toranwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Toranwala is Manjholi.
What is the pincode of Toranwala?
The pincode of Toranwala is 174101.
What is the population of Toranwala?
Toranwala had a total population of 54, including 27 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Toranwala?
Toranwala had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toranwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toranwala was 81.25%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 79.17%.