Uper Tonka
Uper Tonka is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Baanskund is the gram panchayat of Uper Tonka village.
Here you can discover what makes Uper Tonka unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Uper Tonka’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 Uper Tonka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uper Tonka is 447623. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Uper Tonka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Uper Tonka
Population of Uper Tonka
According to the 2011 Census, Uper Tonka has a total population of about 268, with approximately 120 males and 148 females. The sex ratio is around 1233 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 260. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.87%, with male literacy at about 26.67% and female literacy near 27.03%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uper Tonka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 120 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 118 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 88 | 108 |
Connectivity of Uper Tonka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uper Tonka. As per the 2011 stats, Uper Tonka 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Uper Tonka
Knowing the nearby villages of Uper Tonka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uper Tonka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uper Tonka
- Where is Uper Tonka located?
- Uper Tonka village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uper Tonka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Uper Tonka is Baanskund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Uper Tonka?
- The pincode of Uper Tonka is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uper Tonka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uper Tonka is 268, with 120 males and 148 females.
- How many households are there in Uper Tonka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uper Tonka village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uper Tonka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uper Tonka is 26.87%. The male literacy rate is 26.67%, while the female literacy rate is 27.03%.