Tanta
Tanta is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Tanta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tanta unique in its vibrant Thathri-Doda region. You’ll see Tanta’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 Tanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tanta is 004321. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Thathri is nearest town to Tanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Tanta
Population of Tanta
According to the 2011 Census, Tanta has a total population of about 2,324, with approximately 1,126 males and 1,198 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 577 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.54%, with male literacy at about 38.10% and female literacy near 17.61%. There are around 429 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,324 | 1,126 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 277 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 640 | 429 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,684 | 697 | 987 |
Connectivity of Tanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tanta. As per the 2011 stats, Tanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Tanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tanta
- Where is Tanta located?
- Tanta village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tanta?
- Tanta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tanta?
- The pincode of Tanta is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tanta is 2,324, with 1,126 males and 1,198 females.
- How many households are there in Tanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tanta village has a total of 429 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tanta is 27.54%. The male literacy rate is 38.10%, while the female literacy rate is 17.61%.