Toralpur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Toralpur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Jangipara and around 40.5 km from Chinsura. Furfura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toralpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toralpur is 325780. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.15 hectares and falls under the 712404 pincode. Srirampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Toralpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Toralpur
According to the 2011 Census, Toralpur village had a total population of 1,653 people, including 829 males and 824 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 87.29% and female literacy at 76.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 1,653 | 829 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 113 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 625 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 204 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Toralpur
Toralpur 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 Toralpur
Toralpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Toralpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Srirampur to Toralpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Toralpur is about 40.5 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 Toralpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toralpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Toralpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toralpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Toralpur
Where is Toralpur located?
Toralpur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Toralpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Toralpur is Furfura.
What is the pincode of Toralpur?
The pincode of Toralpur is 712404.
What is the population of Toralpur?
Toralpur had a total population of 1,653, including 829 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Toralpur?
Toralpur had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toralpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toralpur was 81.97%. Male literacy was 87.29% and female literacy was 76.72%.