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
As per Census 2011, Toor village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 98 males and 88 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 186, including 98 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Toor?
There are 34 households in Toor.
What is the literacy rate in Toor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toor is 62.37%. Male literacy is 61.22% and female literacy is 63.64%.