Torada - Athgarh, Cuttack
Torada is a village situated in the Athgarh tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Gurudijhatia and around 28 km from Cuttack. Chhagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Torada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torada is 399176. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 754028 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Torada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Torada
Torada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charabhaunri | East | 0.95 km |
| Ramachandrapur | West | 1.13 km |
| Prabatia | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Sarkoli | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Radhapriyapur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Kotar | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Balisasan | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Gurudijhatia | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Pithakhia | West | 1.88 km |
| Baghua | North-East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Torada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Torada. The nearest railway station is Garudijhatia, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athagad to Torada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Torada is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torada 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 Torada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Torada
Where is Torada located?
Torada village is located in Athgarh Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torada?
The Gram Panchayat of Torada is Chhagaon.
What is the pincode of Torada?
The pincode of Torada is 754028.