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
As per Census 2011, Toor village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 89 males and 102 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| 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 has a total population of 191, including 89 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Toor?
There are 35 households in Toor.
What is the literacy rate in Toor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toor is 68.59%. Male literacy is 76.40% and female literacy is 61.76%.