Togawas - Taranagar, Churu
Togawas is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Togawas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Togawas is 070002. The village covers a total geographical area of 2387.4 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Togawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Togawas
As per Census 2011, Togawas village has a total population of 2,537 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,198 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,331 literate and 1,206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Togawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,537 | 1,339 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 211 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,155 | 614 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,331 | 819 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,206 | 520 | 686 |
Nearby Villages of Togawas
Togawas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhanwas | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Dhameri | South | 3.23 km |
| Bhangera | North | 4.02 km |
| Mugalwas | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Kotwad Tal | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Retana | West | 5.62 km |
| Galgati | West | 5.94 km |
| Bhaleri | South | 6.28 km |
| Madawas | North | 6.77 km |
| Kotwad Teeba | South-East | 7.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Togawas
Togawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aslu, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taranagar to Togawas is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Togawas is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Togawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Togawas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Togawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Togawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Togawas
Where is Togawas located?
Togawas village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Togawas?
Togawas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Togawas?
The pincode of Togawas is 331304.
What is the population of Togawas?
Togawas has a total population of 2,537, including 1,339 males and 1,198 females.
How many households are there in Togawas?
There are 459 households in Togawas.
What is the literacy rate in Togawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Togawas is 52.46%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 42.74%.