Tongodih - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Tongodih is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Bandarchua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tongodih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tongodih is 372262. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode. Jamtara is the nearest town.
Tongodih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tongodih
According to the 2011 Census, Tongodih village had a total population of 348 people, including 178 males and 170 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 87.22% and female literacy at 53.60%.
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 | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 116 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Tongodih
Tongodih 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 Tongodih
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tongodih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Tongodih is about 37 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 Tongodih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tongodih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tongodih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tongodih 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tongodih
Where is Tongodih located?
Tongodih village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tongodih?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongodih is Bandarchua.
What is the pincode of Tongodih?
The pincode of Tongodih is 815357.
What is the population of Tongodih?
Tongodih had a total population of 348, including 178 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Tongodih?
Tongodih had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongodih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tongodih was 70.93%. Male literacy was 87.22% and female literacy was 53.60%.