Tongpal
Tongpal is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Tongpal village is also a gram panchayat.
Tongpal has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tongpal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tongpal is 450561. The village spans a total geographical area of 376.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Tongpal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tongpal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tongpal
Population of Tongpal
Below is a concise population overview of Tongpal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,481 | 1,845 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 225 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,213 | 669 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 2,452 | 1,428 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 417 | 612 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tongpal village:
- The total population of Tongpal village is around 3,481, including approximately 1,845 males and 1,636 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 429 children aged 0–6 years in Tongpal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tongpal village has 273 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,213 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tongpal village is about 70.44%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 62.59%.
- There are around 857 households in Tongpal village.
Connectivity of Tongpal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tongpal. As per the 2011 stats, Tongpal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tongpal
Knowing the nearby villages of Tongpal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tongpal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tongpal
- Where is Tongpal located?
- Tongpal village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tongpal?
- Tongpal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tongpal?
- The pincode of Tongpal is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tongpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tongpal is 3,481, with 1,845 males and 1,636 females.
- How many households are there in Tongpal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tongpal village has a total of 857 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tongpal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongpal is 70.44%. The male literacy rate is 77.40%, while the female literacy rate is 62.59%.