Toranagal - Sandur, Ballari
Toranagal is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from Sandur and around 28 km from Bellary. Torangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toranagal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toranagal is 605016. The village covers a total geographical area of 2505.47 hectares and falls under the 583123 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Toranagal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toranagal
According to the 2011 Census, Toranagal village had a total population of 10,453 people, including 5,425 males and 5,028 females, living in 2,407 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.48%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 61.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,052, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,406.
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 | 10,453 | 5,425 | 5,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,680 | 845 | 835 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,052 | 1,004 | 1,048 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,406 | 687 | 719 |
| Literate Population | 6,359 | 3,792 | 2,567 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,094 | 1,633 | 2,461 |
Nearby Villages of Toranagal
Toranagal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurekuppa (ct) | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Yerabanahalli | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Vaddu (ct) | West | 5.08 km |
| Kodalu | South | 5.45 km |
| Chikkantapur | South-East | 6.38 km |
| Shro.basapur | West | 7.01 km |
| Bannihatti | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Daroji | North | 7.70 km |
| Antapur | South-East | 8.28 km |
| Kudathini | East | 8.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toranagal
Toranagal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Toranagallu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Toranagal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Toranagal is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toranagal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toranagal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Toranagal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toranagal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Toranagal
Where is Toranagal located?
Toranagal village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toranagal?
The Gram Panchayat of Toranagal is Torangal.
What is the pincode of Toranagal?
The pincode of Toranagal is 583123.
What is the population of Toranagal?
Toranagal had a total population of 10,453, including 5,425 males and 5,028 females.
How many households are there in Toranagal?
Toranagal had 2,407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toranagal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toranagal was 72.48%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 61.22%.