Toranwadi - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Toranwadi is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Gangarkheda serves as the Village Panchayat for Toranwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toranwadi is 531644. The village covers a total geographical area of 678 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Toranwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Toranwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Toranwadi village had a total population of 890 people, including 457 males and 433 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.88%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 62.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 803.
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 | 890 | 457 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 413 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 301 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 156 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Toranwadi
Toranwadi 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 Toranwadi
Toranwadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Achalpur to Toranwadi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Toranwadi is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toranwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toranwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toranwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toranwadi 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 Toranwadi
Where is Toranwadi located?
Toranwadi village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Toranwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Toranwadi is Gangarkheda.
What is the pincode of Toranwadi?
The pincode of Toranwadi is 444807.
What is the population of Toranwadi?
Toranwadi had a total population of 890, including 457 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Toranwadi?
Toranwadi had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toranwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toranwadi was 69.88%. Male literacy was 77.38% and female literacy was 62.17%.