Tunga
Tunga is a village located in Manjhari subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Manjhari (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Pashchimi Singhbhum Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Padsa is the gram panchayat of Tunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Tunga unique in its vibrant Manjhari-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Tunga’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 Tunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tunga is 378259. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Manjhari is nearest town to Tunga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tunga
Population of Tunga
According to the 2011 Census, Tunga has a total population of about 643, with approximately 330 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 296. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.19%, with male literacy at about 67.27% and female literacy near 38.34%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 330 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 155 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 222 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 108 | 193 |
Connectivity of Tunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tunga. As per the 2011 stats, Tunga 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Tunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tunga
- Where is Tunga located?
- Tunga village is situated in Manjhari Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tunga is Padsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tunga?
- The pincode of Tunga is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tunga is 643, with 330 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Tunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tunga village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tunga is 53.19%. The male literacy rate is 67.27%, while the female literacy rate is 38.34%.