Tornala - Manora, Washim
Tornala is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Tornala village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tornala is 531021. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.52 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tornala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tornala
According to the 2011 Census, Tornala village had a total population of 888 people, including 459 males and 429 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.22%, with male literacy at 94.15% and female literacy at 77.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 888 | 459 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 386 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 73 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Tornala
Tornala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telgavhan | East | 2.87 km |
| Dhamangaon Bk. | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | South | 3.17 km |
| Goregaon | West | 3.27 km |
| Wagad Bk. | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Karjagaon | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Mangkinhi | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Kohala | North | 4.53 km |
| Rajivnagar | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Chorkhopadi | East | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tornala
Public transport in the Tornala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Tornala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Tornala is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tornala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tornala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tornala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tornala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tornala
Where is Tornala located?
Tornala village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tornala?
Tornala is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tornala?
The pincode of Tornala is 444404.
What is the population of Tornala?
Tornala had a total population of 888, including 459 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Tornala?
Tornala had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tornala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tornala was 86.22%. Male literacy was 94.15% and female literacy was 77.84%.