Toki - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Toki is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Ghoghalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toki is 505954. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.7 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Toki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toki
According to the 2011 Census, Toki village had a total population of 966 people, including 497 males and 469 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.39%, with male literacy at 66.02% and female literacy at 44.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 966 | 497 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 274 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 223 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Toki
Toki 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 Toki
Toki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Toki is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Toki is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toki 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toki
Where is Toki located?
Toki village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toki?
The Gram Panchayat of Toki is Ghoghalgaon.
What is the pincode of Toki?
The pincode of Toki is 450551.
What is the population of Toki?
Toki had a total population of 966, including 497 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Toki?
Toki had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toki was 55.39%. Male literacy was 66.02% and female literacy was 44.13%.