R.Thunga - Piriyapatna, Mysuru
R.Thunga is a village situated in the Piriyapatna taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from Piriyapatna and around 76 km from Mysore. Ramanathatunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for R.Thunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of R.Thunga is 618211. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.98 hectares and falls under the 571108 pincode. Piriyapatna is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
R.Thunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Piriyapatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mysuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of R.Thunga
As per Census 2011, R.Thunga village has a total population of 1,698 people, consisting of 863 males and 835 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 358 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for R.Thunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,698 | 863 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 179 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 550 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 313 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of R.Thunga
R.Thunga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanyasipura | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Aswalu | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Dorekere | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Aithanahalli | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Chikkabyalalu | South | 2.70 km |
| Doddabyalalu | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Nandipura | North | 3.19 km |
| Sundavalu | South | 3.26 km |
| Hitnehebbagilu | West | 3.53 km |
| Nilangala | North-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of R.Thunga
R.Thunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Krishnarajanagara, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piriyapatna to R.Thunga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to R.Thunga is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in R.Thunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for R.Thunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in R.Thunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving R.Thunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about R.Thunga
Where is R.Thunga located?
R.Thunga village is located in Piriyapatna Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of R.Thunga?
The Gram Panchayat of R.Thunga is Ramanathatunga.
What is the pincode of R.Thunga?
The pincode of R.Thunga is 571108.
What is the population of R.Thunga?
R.Thunga has a total population of 1,698, including 863 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in R.Thunga?
There are 347 households in R.Thunga.
What is the literacy rate in R.Thunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R.Thunga is 58.24%. Male literacy is 63.73% and female literacy is 52.57%.