Tungla - Junga, Shimla
Tungla is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Koti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tungla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungla is 024884. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.94 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Tungla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tungla
According to the 2011 Census, Tungla village had a total population of 115 people, including 58 males and 57 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.17%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Tungla
Tungla 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 Tungla
Public transport in the Tungla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Tungla is about 38 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 Tungla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tungla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tungla
Where is Tungla located?
Tungla village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungla?
The Gram Panchayat of Tungla is Koti.
What is the pincode of Tungla?
The pincode of Tungla is 171218.
What is the population of Tungla?
Tungla had a total population of 115, including 58 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Tungla?
Tungla had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tungla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungla was 83.17%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 80.77%.