Touri - Bhander, Datia
Touri is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Touri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Touri is 454903. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.12 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Touri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Touri
According to the 2011 Census, Touri village had a total population of 1,118 people, including 604 males and 514 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 89.34% and female literacy at 63.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,118 | 604 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 88 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 137 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 461 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 143 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Touri
Touri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deori Khurd | West | 2.42 km |
| Khiriya Alam | North | 2.47 km |
| Maithana Pahuj | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Pura Bilheti | South | 2.54 km |
| Gudaha | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Bhedpura | East | 2.81 km |
| Sikri | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Saujana | North | 3.93 km |
| Ramner | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Mangroli | South | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Touri
Touri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.7 km.
| 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 Bhander to Touri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Touri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Touri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Touri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Touri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Touri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Touri
Where is Touri located?
Touri village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Touri?
Touri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Touri?
The pincode of Touri is 475336.
What is the population of Touri?
Touri had a total population of 1,118, including 604 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Touri?
Touri had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Touri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Touri was 77.38%. Male literacy was 89.34% and female literacy was 63.72%.