Tongari - Barwadih, Latehar
Tongari is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Lat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tongari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tongari is 366977. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Tongari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tongari
As per Census 2011, Tongari village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 485 males and 489 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 925 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tongari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 485 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 111 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 925 | 459 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 195 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 290 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Tongari
Tongari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkheta | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Herhe | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Ramru | South | 3.63 km |
| Ladi | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Meral | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Lat | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Labhar | East | 4.77 km |
| Gasedag | West | 5.66 km |
| Serengdag | South-West | 6.39 km |
| Patradih | South-West | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tongari
Public transport in the Tongari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhipadohar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Tongari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tongari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tongari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tongari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tongari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tongari
Where is Tongari located?
Tongari village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tongari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongari is Lat.
What is the pincode of Tongari?
The pincode of Tongari is 829204.
What is the population of Tongari?
Tongari has a total population of 974, including 485 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Tongari?
There are 190 households in Tongari.
What is the literacy rate in Tongari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tongari is 31.62%. Male literacy is 40.21% and female literacy is 23.11%.