Toda - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Toda is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Toda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toda is 500207. The village covers a total geographical area of 1031 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Toda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toda
As per Census 2011, Toda village has a total population of 1,073 people, consisting of 555 males and 518 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 521 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,073 | 555 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 80 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 326 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 229 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Toda
Toda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaurana | East | 2.85 km |
| Piprouda Katara | East | 3.40 km |
| Kharai Dabar | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Anandpur | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Kuprenda | East | 4.32 km |
| Haudpur | North | 4.39 km |
| Marod | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Bairad | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Jariya Kalan | West | 4.88 km |
| Gondoli | South | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toda
Toda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parakheda, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 km.
| 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 Chanderi to Toda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Toda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Toda
Where is Toda located?
Toda village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toda?
Toda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toda?
The pincode of Toda is 473446.
What is the population of Toda?
Toda has a total population of 1,073, including 555 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Toda?
There are 246 households in Toda.
What is the literacy rate in Toda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toda is 48.56%. Male literacy is 58.74% and female literacy is 37.64%.