Tongi
Tongi is a village located in Dadi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Dadi (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Tongi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tongi unique in its vibrant Dadi-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Tongi’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 Tongi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tongi is 368936. The village spans a total geographical area of 541 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829101. Ramgarh is nearest town to Tongi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tongi 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 Mandhu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tongi
Population of Tongi
According to the 2011 Census, Tongi has a total population of about 2,399, with approximately 1,273 males and 1,126 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 330 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,397. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.73%, with male literacy at about 69.91% and female literacy near 52.49%. There are around 499 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tongi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,399 | 1,273 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 144 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 175 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,397 | 725 | 672 |
| Literate Population | 1,481 | 890 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 383 | 535 |
Connectivity of Tongi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tongi. As per the 2011 stats, Tongi 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Tongi
Knowing the nearby villages of Tongi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tongi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tongi
- Where is Tongi located?
- Tongi village is situated in Dadi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tongi?
- Tongi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tongi?
- The pincode of Tongi is 829101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tongi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tongi is 2,399, with 1,273 males and 1,126 females.
- How many households are there in Tongi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tongi village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tongi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongi is 61.73%. The male literacy rate is 69.91%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.