Tonto - Tonto, West Singhbhum
Tonto is a village situated in the Tonto subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 64 km from Tonto and around 50 km from Chaibasa. Tonto village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tonto is 377977. The village covers a total geographical area of 753 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Tonto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tonto
As per Census 2011, Tonto village has a total population of 2,226 people, consisting of 1,133 males and 1,093 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 415 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 1,768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,887 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tonto are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,226 | 1,133 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 210 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,887 | 959 | 928 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 344 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,768 | 789 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Tonto
Tonto is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lisimoti | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Hartahatu | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Topabera | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Palisai | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Bandabera | West | 3.12 km |
| Kudamsada | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Barutoa | North | 3.86 km |
| Tensera | West | 4.58 km |
| Baihatu | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Udalkam | West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tonto
Tonto is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talaburu, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Tonto is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tonto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tonto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tonto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tonto village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tonto
Where is Tonto located?
Tonto village is located in Tonto Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tonto?
Tonto is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tonto?
The pincode of Tonto is 833204.
What is the population of Tonto?
Tonto has a total population of 2,226, including 1,133 males and 1,093 females.
How many households are there in Tonto?
There are 471 households in Tonto.
What is the literacy rate in Tonto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tonto is 20.58%. Male literacy is 30.36% and female literacy is 10.43%.