Toosa - Raikot, Ludhiana
Toosa is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Tussa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toosa is 033702. The village covers a total geographical area of 628 hectares and falls under the 141105 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Toosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toosa
As per Census 2011, Toosa village has a total population of 3,115 people, consisting of 1,654 males and 1,461 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,330 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Toosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,115 | 1,654 | 1,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 157 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,296 | 688 | 608 |
| Literate Population | 2,330 | 1,304 | 1,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 350 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Toosa
Toosa 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 Toosa
Toosa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Toosa.
| 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 Ludhiana to Toosa is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Toosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toosa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Toosa
Where is Toosa located?
Toosa village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toosa?
The Gram Panchayat of Toosa is Tussa.
What is the pincode of Toosa?
The pincode of Toosa is 141105.
What is the population of Toosa?
Toosa has a total population of 3,115, including 1,654 males and 1,461 females.
How many households are there in Toosa?
There are 629 households in Toosa.
What is the literacy rate in Toosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toosa is 74.80%. Male literacy is 78.84% and female literacy is 70.23%.