Tumung
Tumung is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sarikela-kharswana. As per 2009 stats, Tumung village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tumung unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Tumung’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 Tumung
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tumung is 379511. The village spans a total geographical area of 257 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832107. Gobindpur is nearest town to Tumung village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tumung village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tumung
Population of Tumung
According to the 2011 Census, Tumung has a total population of about 1,062, with approximately 545 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.22%, with male literacy at about 80.55% and female literacy near 63.44%. There are around 202 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tumung's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,062 | 545 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 62 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 439 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 106 | 189 |
Connectivity of Tumung
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tumung. As per the 2011 stats, Tumung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tumung
Knowing the nearby villages of Tumung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tumung.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tumung
- Where is Tumung located?
- Tumung village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tumung?
- Tumung serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tumung?
- The pincode of Tumung is 832107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tumung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tumung is 1,062, with 545 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Tumung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tumung village has a total of 202 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tumung as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tumung is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 80.55%, while the female literacy rate is 63.44%.