Tongra

Tongra is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Kosi is the gram panchayat of Tongra village.

Tongra has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 365070. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Tongra village for all major economic activities.

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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 1,005 525 480
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 202 116 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 190 97 93
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 515 310 205
Illiterate Population 490 215 275

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

  • The total population of Tongra village is around 1,005, including approximately 525 males and 480 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 202 children aged 0–6 years in Tongra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tongra village has 190 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tongra village is about 51.24%, with male literacy at 59.05% and female literacy at 42.71%.
  • There are around 178 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
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.

Mobarakpur Araji Kamgarpur Kamgarpur Chauk Bishun Kosi Birgain Rupnaraenpur Araji Teta Alias Pokhar Araji Sinduria Araji Birgain Gaonkhap

Frequently Asked Questions about Tongra

Where is Tongra located?
Tongra village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tongra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongra is Kosi (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 822116, 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 1,005, with 525 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Tongra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tongra village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongra is 51.24%. The male literacy rate is 59.05%, while the female literacy rate is 42.71%.