Toongani - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Toongani is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Bistuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toongani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toongani is 104956. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.04 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Toongani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toongani
According to the 2011 Census, Toongani village had a total population of 132 people, including 68 males and 64 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.10%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 32 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Toongani
Toongani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chand Kheri | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Deopuranagar | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Vistuniya | North | 2.47 km |
| Guradiya Khurd | East | 2.51 km |
| Jalni | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Theekariya | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Singh Pur | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Aru Kheri | North | 3.24 km |
| Gujarkhedi | South | 3.64 km |
| Bheemni | East | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Toongani
Toongani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Toongani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Toongani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toongani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toongani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Toongani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toongani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toongani
Where is Toongani located?
Toongani village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toongani?
The Gram Panchayat of Toongani is Bistuniya.
What is the pincode of Toongani?
The pincode of Toongani is 326512.
What is the population of Toongani?
Toongani had a total population of 132, including 68 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Toongani?
Toongani had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toongani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toongani was 53.10%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 42.11%.