Toriya - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Toriya is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Madwasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toriya is 456049. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Toriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toriya
As per Census 2011, Toriya village has a total population of 816 people, consisting of 427 males and 389 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 427 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 115 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 324 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 103 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Toriya
Toriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manak Chowk | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Imloda | North | 2.43 km |
| Bhonraj Khedi | East | 2.72 km |
| Bhelwasa | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Raishri | South | 2.97 km |
| Madwasa | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Banora | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Bhonra Isagarh | East | 4.40 km |
| Parsol | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Ghatawada | South-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toriya
Toriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rayser, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.8 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 Badarwas to Toriya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Toriya is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toriya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Toriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toriya 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 Toriya
Where is Toriya located?
Toriya village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Toriya is Madwasa.
What is the pincode of Toriya?
The pincode of Toriya is 473885.
What is the population of Toriya?
Toriya has a total population of 816, including 427 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Toriya?
There are 187 households in Toriya.
What is the literacy rate in Toriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toriya is 65.93%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 55.01%.