Torane - Wada, Palghar
Torane is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vada and around 65 km from Thane. Kuyalu serves as the Village Panchayat for Torane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torane is 552178. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.48 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Torane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torane
According to the 2011 Census, Torane village had a total population of 470 people, including 238 males and 232 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.77%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 50.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 383.
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 | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 189 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 148 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 90 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Torane
Torane 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 Torane
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Torane. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Torane.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Torane is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Torane is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torane 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 Torane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torane 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 Torane
Where is Torane located?
Torane village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Torane?
The Village Panchayat of Torane is Kuyalu.
What is the pincode of Torane?
The pincode of Torane is 421303.
What is the population of Torane?
Torane had a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Torane?
Torane had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Torane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torane was 61.77%. Male literacy was 71.84% and female literacy was 50.79%.