Torana
Torana is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Ambapada is the gram panchayat of Torana village.
Here you can discover what makes Torana unique in its vibrant Sadar-Puri region. You’ll see Torana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Torana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torana is 409884. The village spans a total geographical area of 394 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752011. Puri is nearest town to Torana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Torana
Population of Torana
According to the 2011 Census, Torana has a total population of about 1,471, with approximately 731 males and 740 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.99%, with male literacy at about 63.20% and female literacy near 52.84%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Torana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,471 | 731 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 170 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 853 | 462 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 269 | 349 |
Connectivity of Torana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torana. As per the 2011 stats, Torana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Torana
Knowing the nearby villages of Torana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torana
- Where is Torana located?
- Torana village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Torana is Ambapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Torana?
- The pincode of Torana is 752011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Torana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torana is 1,471, with 731 males and 740 females.
- How many households are there in Torana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torana village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torana is 57.99%. The male literacy rate is 63.20%, while the female literacy rate is 52.84%.