Torga
Torga is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Lalpur is the gram panchayat of Torga village.
Here you can discover what makes Torga unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Torga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Torga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torga is 498088. The village spans a total geographical area of 248.02 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Torga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
When it comes to local governance, Torga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Torga
Population of Torga
According to the 2011 Census, Torga has a total population of about 479, with approximately 236 males and 243 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 268. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.10%, with male literacy at about 67.80% and female literacy near 32.92%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Torga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 479 | 236 | 243 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
Literate Population | 240 | 160 | 80 |
Illiterate Population | 239 | 76 | 163 |
Connectivity of Torga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torga. As per the 2011 stats, Torga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Torga
Knowing the nearby villages of Torga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torga
- Where is Torga located?
- Torga village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Torga is Lalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Torga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torga is 479, with 236 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Torga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torga village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torga is 50.10%. The male literacy rate is 67.80%, while the female literacy rate is 32.92%.