Tana
Tana is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Tana village is also a gram panchayat.
Tana has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar 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 Tana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tana is 516401. The village spans a total geographical area of 2324.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364260. Sihor is nearest town to Tana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tana 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 Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tana
Population of Tana
Below is a concise population overview of Tana 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 | 10,774 | 5,538 | 5,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,334 | 775 | 559 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 371 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 7,239 | 4,084 | 3,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,535 | 1,454 | 2,081 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tana village:
- The total population of Tana village is around 10,774, including approximately 5,538 males and 5,236 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,334 children aged 0–6 years in Tana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tana village has 743 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tana village is about 67.19%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 60.26%.
- There are around 1,927 households in Tana village.
Connectivity of Tana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tana. As per the 2011 stats, Tana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tana
Knowing the nearby villages of Tana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tana
- Where is Tana located?
- Tana village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tana?
- Tana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tana?
- The pincode of Tana is 364260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tana is 10,774, with 5,538 males and 5,236 females.
- How many households are there in Tana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tana village has a total of 1,927 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tana is 67.19%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 60.26%.