Torda - Bahrawanda, Dausa
Torda is a village situated in the Bahrawanda tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from Sikrai and around 42 km from Dausa. Torda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torda is 078400. The village covers a total geographical area of 919.16 hectares and falls under the 303501 pincode. Bandikui is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Torda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sikrai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torda
As per Census 2011, Torda village has a total population of 5,524 people, consisting of 2,878 males and 2,646 females. The village has 1,138 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 901 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,942 literate and 2,582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,491 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Torda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,524 | 2,878 | 2,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 451 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,491 | 756 | 735 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 2,942 | 1,908 | 1,034 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,582 | 970 | 1,612 |
Nearby Villages of Torda
Torda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandrawa | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Frashpura | East | 2.03 km |
| Udalwara | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Gangadwari | North | 2.83 km |
| Barh Bairwanda | South | 2.90 km |
| Jahangirpura | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Jahangiriya | North | 3.46 km |
| Agawali | West | 3.73 km |
| Jodhya | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Bairwanda | South | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Torda
Public transport in the Torda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arnia, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 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 Bandikui to Torda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dausa to Torda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Torda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Torda
Where is Torda located?
Torda village is located in Bahrawanda Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torda?
Torda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Torda?
The pincode of Torda is 303501.
What is the population of Torda?
Torda has a total population of 5,524, including 2,878 males and 2,646 females.
How many households are there in Torda?
There are 1,138 households in Torda.
What is the literacy rate in Torda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torda is 53.26%. Male literacy is 66.30% and female literacy is 39.08%.