Toury - Palera, Tikamgarh
Toury is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Tori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toury village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toury is 456989. The village covers a total geographical area of 588.21 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Toury village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toury
As per Census 2011, Toury village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 507 males and 437 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toury are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 507 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 264 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 306 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 201 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Toury
Toury 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghooratal | West | 1.60 km |
| Lidhora Naj. Tori | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Morramanna | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Guda Najdik Pali | South | 2.34 km |
| Basat Guwan | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Ghoorakhas | West | 2.97 km |
| Mahendra Maheva | North | 3.03 km |
| Tapriyan Chauhan | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Chor Tanga | East | 3.67 km |
| Khumanganj | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toury
Public transport in the Toury is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 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 Palera to Toury is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Toury is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toury
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toury 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 Toury
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toury 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 Toury
Where is Toury located?
Toury village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toury?
The Gram Panchayat of Toury is Tori.
What is the pincode of Toury?
The pincode of Toury is 472221.
What is the population of Toury?
Toury has a total population of 944, including 507 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Toury?
There are 181 households in Toury.
What is the literacy rate in Toury?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toury is 54.03%. Male literacy is 60.36% and female literacy is 46.68%.