Thungi - Hiranpur, Pakur
Thungi is a village situated in the Hiranpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Hathkathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thungi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thungi is 360215. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 816104 pincode.
Thungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Thungi
According to the 2011 Census, Thungi village had a total population of 342 people, including 177 males and 165 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.34%, with male literacy at 54.35% and female literacy at 23.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 342 | 177 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 75 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 102 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Thungi
Thungi 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 Thungi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thungi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pakaur to Thungi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thungi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thungi
Where is Thungi located?
Thungi village is located in Hiranpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thungi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thungi is Hathkathi.
What is the pincode of Thungi?
The pincode of Thungi is 816104.
What is the population of Thungi?
Thungi had a total population of 342, including 177 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Thungi?
Thungi had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thungi was 39.34%. Male literacy was 54.35% and female literacy was 23.88%.