Toor - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Toor is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from Dasua and around 46 km from Hoshiarpur. Raju Dawakhri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toor is 030838. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 144214 pincode. Dasua 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 Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toor
According to the 2011 Census, Toor village had a total population of 191 people, including 89 males and 102 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 21 | 39 |
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
Toor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Toor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Toor is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toor
Where is Toor located?
Toor village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toor?
The Gram Panchayat of Toor is Raju Dawakhri.
What is the pincode of Toor?
The pincode of Toor is 144214.
What is the population of Toor?
Toor had a total population of 191, including 89 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Toor?
Toor had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toor was 75.29%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 68.48%.