Tunga
Tunga is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Tunga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tunga unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Tunga’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 Tunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tunga is 433074. The village spans a total geographical area of 504.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Tunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Tunga
Population of Tunga
According to the 2011 Census, Tunga has a total population of about 834, with approximately 410 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 623. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.53%, with male literacy at about 38.54% and female literacy near 30.66%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 410 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 623 | 307 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 158 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 252 | 294 |
Connectivity of Tunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tunga. As per the 2011 stats, Tunga 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 Tunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Tunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tunga
- Where is Tunga located?
- Tunga village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tunga?
- Tunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tunga?
- The pincode of Tunga is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tunga is 834, with 410 males and 424 females.
- How many households are there in Tunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tunga village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tunga is 34.53%. The male literacy rate is 38.54%, while the female literacy rate is 30.66%.