Tuna - Valia, Bharuch
Tuna is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Tuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuna is 522495. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.21 hectares and falls under the 393135 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tuna
As per Census 2011, Tuna village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 792 males and 797 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 792 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,167 | 584 | 583 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 597 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 195 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Tuna
Tuna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tuna
Tuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Tuna is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Tuna is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tuna
Where is Tuna located?
Tuna village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuna?
Tuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuna?
The pincode of Tuna is 393135.
What is the population of Tuna?
Tuna has a total population of 1,589, including 792 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Tuna?
There are 361 households in Tuna.
What is the literacy rate in Tuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuna is 72.44%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 69.51%.