Torga - Birsa, Balaghat
Torga is a village situated in the Birsa tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Baihar and around 120 km from Balaghat. Lalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Torga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torga is 498088. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.02 hectares and falls under the 481051 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Torga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torga
As per Census 2011, Torga village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 236 males and 243 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Torga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Torga
Torga 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 Torga
Public transport in the Torga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baihar to Torga is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Torga is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Torga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Torga
Where is Torga located?
Torga village is located in Birsa Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torga?
The Gram Panchayat of Torga is Lalpur.
What is the pincode of Torga?
The pincode of Torga is 481051.
What is the population of Torga?
Torga has a total population of 479, including 236 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Torga?
There are 80 households in Torga.
What is the literacy rate in Torga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torga is 50.10%. Male literacy is 67.80% and female literacy is 32.92%.