Tornala - Darwha, Yavatmal
Tornala is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Tornala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tornala is 542525. The village covers a total geographical area of 774 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tornala
As per Census 2011, Tornala village has a total population of 1,165 people, consisting of 616 males and 549 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tornala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,165 | 616 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 511 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 105 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Tornala
Tornala 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 Tornala
Public transport in the Tornala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tornala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Darwha to Tornala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Tornala is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tornala
Where is Tornala located?
Tornala village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tornala?
Tornala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tornala?
The pincode of Tornala is 445202.
What is the population of Tornala?
Tornala has a total population of 1,165, including 616 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Tornala?
There are 337 households in Tornala.
What is the literacy rate in Tornala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tornala is 74.68%. Male literacy is 82.95% and female literacy is 65.39%.