Torgaon Bujruk - Brahmapuri, Chandrapur
Torgaon Bujruk is a village situated in the Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmapuri and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Torgaon (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Torgaon Bujruk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torgaon Bujruk is 540730. The village covers a total geographical area of 618 hectares and falls under the 441206 pincode. Brahmapuri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Torgaon Bujruk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chimur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torgaon Bujruk
As per Census 2011, Torgaon Bujruk village has a total population of 2,245 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,135 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 589 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Torgaon Bujruk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,245 | 1,110 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 123 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 309 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 79 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 765 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 345 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Torgaon Bujruk
Torgaon Bujruk 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 Torgaon Bujruk
Torgaon Bujruk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Brahmapuri to Torgaon Bujruk is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Torgaon Bujruk is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torgaon Bujruk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torgaon Bujruk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Torgaon Bujruk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torgaon Bujruk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Torgaon Bujruk
Where is Torgaon Bujruk located?
Torgaon Bujruk village is located in Brahmapuri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torgaon Bujruk?
The Gram Panchayat of Torgaon Bujruk is Torgaon (bk).
What is the pincode of Torgaon Bujruk?
The pincode of Torgaon Bujruk is 441206.
What is the population of Torgaon Bujruk?
Torgaon Bujruk has a total population of 2,245, including 1,110 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Torgaon Bujruk?
There are 560 households in Torgaon Bujruk.
What is the literacy rate in Torgaon Bujruk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torgaon Bujruk is 62.58%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 56.39%.