Toraniya - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Toraniya is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Mehdikheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toraniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toraniya is 476868. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.48 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Toraniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toraniya
As per Census 2011, Toraniya village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 227 males and 209 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toraniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 227 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 179 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 107 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 120 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Toraniya
Toraniya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badel | North | 4.99 km |
| Kodwar Khurd | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Khamki Barul | West | 8.17 km |
| Kandia | East | 8.30 km |
| Kandya | East | 9.50 km |
| Kothawa | South | 9.83 km |
| Sailani | South | 10.82 km |
| Potla | East | 10.85 km |
| Tantukhedi | East | 12.39 km |
| Deojhiri | East | 12.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toraniya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Toraniya. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 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 Barwaha to Toraniya is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Toraniya is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toraniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toraniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Toraniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toraniya 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 Toraniya
Where is Toraniya located?
Toraniya village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toraniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Toraniya is Mehdikheda.
What is the pincode of Toraniya?
The pincode of Toraniya is 451115.
What is the population of Toraniya?
Toraniya has a total population of 436, including 227 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Toraniya?
There are 76 households in Toraniya.
What is the literacy rate in Toraniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toraniya is 38.07%. Male literacy is 47.14% and female literacy is 28.23%.