Toor - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Toor is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Gurdaspur and around 20 km from Gurdaspur. Toor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toor is 027789. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 143525 pincode. Dina Nagar is the nearest town.
Toor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dina Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toor
According to the 2011 Census, Toor village had a total population of 186 people, including 98 males and 88 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 69.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Toor
Toor 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 Toor
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Toor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Toor is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Toor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toor
Where is Toor located?
Toor village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toor?
Toor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Toor?
The pincode of Toor is 143525.
What is the population of Toor?
Toor had a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Toor?
Toor had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toor was 73.42%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 69.14%.