Torowal
Torowal is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Torowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Torowal unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Torowal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Torowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torowal is 032523. The village spans a total geographical area of 499 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144524. Garhshankar is nearest town to Torowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Torowal
Population of Torowal
According to the 2011 Census, Torowal has a total population of about 1,936, with approximately 984 males and 952 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 447 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.74%, with male literacy at about 76.52% and female literacy near 56.62%. There are around 459 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Torowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,936 | 984 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 226 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 753 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 231 | 413 |
Connectivity of Torowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torowal. As per the 2011 stats, Torowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Torowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Torowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torowal
- Where is Torowal located?
- Torowal village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torowal?
- Torowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Torowal?
- The pincode of Torowal is 144524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Torowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torowal is 1,936, with 984 males and 952 females.
- How many households are there in Torowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torowal village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torowal is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 76.52%, while the female literacy rate is 56.62%.