Tungun
Tungun is a village located in Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Lawalaung (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Katia is the gram panchayat of Tungun village.
Here you can discover what makes Tungun unique in its vibrant Lawalaung-Chatra region. You’ll see Tungun’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 Tungun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tungun is 348618. The village spans a total geographical area of 473.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825404. Chatra is nearest town to Tungun village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tungun
Population of Tungun
According to the 2011 Census, Tungun has a total population of about 570, with approximately 291 males and 279 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 231. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.53%, with male literacy at about 68.38% and female literacy near 52.33%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tungun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 291 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 199 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 92 | 133 |
Connectivity of Tungun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tungun. As per the 2011 stats, Tungun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tungun
Knowing the nearby villages of Tungun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tungun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tungun
- Where is Tungun located?
- Tungun village is situated in Lawalaung Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tungun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tungun is Katia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tungun?
- The pincode of Tungun is 825404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tungun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tungun is 570, with 291 males and 279 females.
- How many households are there in Tungun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tungun village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tungun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tungun is 60.53%. The male literacy rate is 68.38%, while the female literacy rate is 52.33%.