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Toshina, also called Tosina, is a village and gram panchayat located in the
Maulasar Maulasar is a village and block in Didwana tehsil of Didwana Kuchaman District in Rajasthan Rajasthan (; Literal translation, lit. 'Land of Kings') is a States and union territories of India, state in northwestern India. It covers or ...
panchayat samiti,
Chhoti Khatu Chhoti Khatu is a new tehsil located in the Didwana Kuchaman District of the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan. It is away from Nagaur Nagaur (also Nagor and Nagore) is a city and municipal council in Nagaur district of the state of ...
Tehsil of
Didwana-Kuchaman district Didwana-Kuchaman is a district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Didwana city serving as the district headquarters. History The district was established on 7 August 2023. Demographics At the time of the 2011 census, Didwana-Kuchaman distri ...
in the state of
Rajasthan Rajasthan (; Literal translation, lit. 'Land of Kings') is a States and union territories of India, state in northwestern India. It covers or 10.4 per cent of India's total geographical area. It is the List of states and union territories of ...
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India India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the List of countries and dependencies by area, seventh-largest country by area; the List of countries by population (United Nations), most populous country since ...
. It lies in the
Marwar Marwar (also called Jodhpur region) is a region of western Rajasthan state in North Western India. It lies partly in the Thar Desert. 'Maru' is a Sanskrit word for desert. The word 'wad' literally means fence in Rajasthani languages. Engl ...
region, characterized by its semi-arid landscape and proximity to the Thar Desert. The village is known for its rural setting, cultural heritage, and agricultural economy.


Geography

Toshina is situated approximately 35 km from the district headquarters of
Didwana-Kuchaman district Didwana-Kuchaman is a district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Didwana city serving as the district headquarters. History The district was established on 7 August 2023. Demographics At the time of the 2011 census, Didwana-Kuchaman distri ...
. The village is located at the geographical coordinates of 27.1815466°N latitude and 74.5314431°E longitude. It covers a total geographical area of 1,529 hectares. The elevation of Toshina is approximately 342 meters above sea level. The village is surrounded by other villages such as Thebri (4 km), Khojash (6 km), Kharwaliya (7 km), Asarwa (8 km), and Saniya (10 km). The nearest major cities include
Makrana Makrana is an urban city located, near Kuchaman City, at the centre of state in Didwana-Kuchaman district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Rajasthani language is widely spoken here. It also served as a tehsil headquarters, with 136 villa ...
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Kuchaman City Kuchaman City ( ; IAST: ) is the Municipal Council of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Didwana-Kuchaman District located in west-central Rajasthan, India. The Didwana-Kuchaman district was separated from the Nagaur District on 4 August 2023, becoming ...
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Didwana Didwana is a city and the district headquarters of the Didwana-Kuchaman district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is known as "the lion gateway" of Marwar and "the archway" of Merta. It is mentioned in Puranic texts such as Abhanagri an ...
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Chhoti Khatu Chhoti Khatu is a new tehsil located in the Didwana Kuchaman District of the northwestern Indian state of Rajasthan. It is away from Nagaur Nagaur (also Nagor and Nagore) is a city and municipal council in Nagaur district of the state of ...
. The state capital, Jaipur, is approximately 152 km away.


Demographics

According to the 2011 Census of India, Toshina has a population of 4,662, with 2,408 males and 2,254 females, resulting in a sex ratio of approximately 936 females per 1,000 males. The village has a literacy rate of 52.21%, with male literacy at 63.83% and female literacy at 39.80%. There are approximately 835 households in the village. The primary language spoken is Marwari, with Hindi, English, and Urdu also used in the region.


Administration

Toshina Gram Panchayat is a Rural Local Body in Molasar Panchayat Samiti part of Nagaur Zila Parishad. Toshina is administrated by a sarpanch, an elected representative chosen through local elections under the Panchayati Raj system. The village serves as a gram panchayat, overseeing local governance and development activities. The postal code for Toshina is 341319, and its post office operates as a Sub Office (S.O.). The village falls under the Deedwana Assembly constituency and the Nagaur parliamentary constituency.https://localbodydata.com/gram-panchayat-toshina-40435#:~:text=Toshina%20Gram%20Panchayat%20is%20a,11%20elected%20members%20by%20people.


Economy

The economy of Toshina is primarily agrarian, with agriculture and allied activities forming the backbone of livelihoods. The region’s semi-arid climate influences crop cultivation, with common crops including millets, pulses, and oilseeds. The village is part of the Nagaur district, which is known for its mineral resources and agricultural markets. The Rajasthan Marudhara Gramin Bank operates a branch in Toshina (IFSC code: RMGB0000382), facilitating financial services for the local population.


Education

Toshina has educational facilities, including the Government Senior Secondary School, Toshina, which serves the village and nearby areas. Another notable institution is the Bal Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, located in Kunkana Ki Dhani, Toshina. These schools provide primary and secondary education to the local population, contributing to the village’s literacy rate.


Connectivity

Toshina is accessible via State Highway 19 (RJ SH 19) and is located 20 km from Didwana. The nearest railway stations are Makrana Junction (27 km) and Didwana Railway Station (28 km). The closest airport is Jaipur International Airport (Sanganeer Airport), approximately 148 km away. Nearby tourist destinations include7 Kuchaman (37 km), known for the Kuchaman Fort, and Tal Chhapar Sanctuary (77 km).


Culture and Language

The cultural fabric of Toshina reflects the broader Marwar region’s traditions, with festivals, folk music, and vibrant attire being integral to village life. The primary language spoken is Marwari, a Rajasthani dialect, alongside Hindi. The village participates in regional festivals and fairs, which are common in Nagaur district, such as the annual cattle fair held in Nagaur city.


Climate

Toshina experiences a semi-arid climate typical of the Thar Desert region, with hot summers, mild winters, and low rainfall. Recent weather data indicates temperatures ranging from 19.4°C to 29.3°C, with conditions varying from clear skies to scattered clouds. The humidity level is low, often around 21%.


Nearby Attractions

Kuchaman Fort: Located 37 km away, this 9th-century fort is a major heritage site and has been converted into a luxury hotel.Tal Chhapar Sanctuary: A wildlife sanctuary 77 km from Toshina, known for its blackbuck population.Pushkar: A pilgrimage town 86 km away, famous for its Brahma temple and annual camel fair.Dadhimati Mata Temple: Located 40 km from Nagaur, this 4th-century temple is one of the oldest in the district.


References

{{reflist 1.https://www.jatland.com/home/Tosina 2.https://www.census2011.co.in/data/village/82601-tosina-rajasthan.html 3.https://localbodydata.com/gram-panchayat-toshina-40435 4.https://didwana-kuchaman.rajasthan.gov.in/home/dptHome Villages in Didwana Kuchaman district