Tungal
Tungal is a village located in Jamkhandi taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhandi (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Tungal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tungal unique in its vibrant Jamkhandi-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Tungal’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 Tungal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tungal is 598450. The village spans a total geographical area of 5019.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586126. Athani is nearest town to Tungal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Tungal
Population of Tungal
According to the 2011 Census, Tungal has a total population of about 7,257, with approximately 3,668 males and 3,589 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,020 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,365 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.06%, with male literacy at about 58.81% and female literacy near 45.17%. There are around 1,345 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tungal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,257 | 3,668 | 3,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,020 | 521 | 499 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,365 | 689 | 676 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,778 | 2,157 | 1,621 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,479 | 1,511 | 1,968 |
Connectivity of Tungal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tungal. As per the 2011 stats, Tungal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tungal
Knowing the nearby villages of Tungal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tungal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tungal
- Where is Tungal located?
- Tungal village is situated in Jamkhandi Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tungal?
- Tungal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tungal?
- The pincode of Tungal is 586126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tungal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tungal is 7,257, with 3,668 males and 3,589 females.
- How many households are there in Tungal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tungal village has a total of 1,345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tungal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tungal is 52.06%. The male literacy rate is 58.81%, while the female literacy rate is 45.17%.