Tongra

Tongra is a village located in Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Ranishwar (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Brindabani is the gram panchayat of Tongra village.

Tongra has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Tongra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tongra is 371275. The village spans a total geographical area of 443.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814148. Ranishwar is nearest town to Tongra village for all major economic activities.

Google Map of Tongra

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Tongra

Below is a concise population overview of Tongra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 989 476 513
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 53 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 114 58 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 713 328 385
Literate Population 477 283 194
Illiterate Population 512 193 319

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tongra village:

  • The total population of Tongra village is around 989, including approximately 476 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 1077 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Tongra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tongra village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 713 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tongra village is about 48.23%, with male literacy at 59.45% and female literacy at 37.82%.
  • There are around 218 households in Tongra village.

Connectivity of Tongra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tongra. As per the 2011 stats, Tongra 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tongra

Knowing the nearby villages of Tongra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tongra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tongra

Where is Tongra located?
Tongra village is situated in Ranishwar Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tongra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongra is Brindabani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tongra?
The pincode of Tongra is 814148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tongra is 989, with 476 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Tongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tongra village has a total of 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongra is 48.23%. The male literacy rate is 59.45%, while the female literacy rate is 37.82%.