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.
Here you can discover what makes Tongpal unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Tongpal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Tongpal has a total population of about 3,481, with approximately 1,845 males and 1,636 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,213. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.44%, with male literacy at about 77.40% and female literacy near 62.59%. There are around 857 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tongpal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.