Tunia - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Tunia is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Sonua and around 58 km from Chaibasa. Baljodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunia is 376946. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Tunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tunia
According to the 2011 Census, Tunia village had a total population of 781 people, including 367 males and 414 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.11%, with male literacy at 90.28% and female literacy at 72.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 616.
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 | 781 | 367 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 48 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 295 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 288 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 79 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Tunia
Tunia 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 Tunia
Tunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Tunia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Tunia is about 58 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 Tunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tunia
Where is Tunia located?
Tunia village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunia is Baljodi.
What is the pincode of Tunia?
The pincode of Tunia is 833105.
What is the population of Tunia?
Tunia had a total population of 781, including 367 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Tunia?
Tunia had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunia was 81.11%. Male literacy was 90.28% and female literacy was 72.70%.