Tongaon
Tongaon is a village located in Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gandhwani (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Tongaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tongaon unique in its vibrant Gandhwani-Dhar region. You’ll see Tongaon’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 Tongaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tongaon is 475315. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.19 hectares. Manawar is nearest town to Tongaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Tongaon
Population of Tongaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tongaon has a total population of about 1,551, with approximately 764 males and 787 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,398. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.43%, with male literacy at about 42.80% and female literacy near 30.24%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tongaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 764 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 116 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,398 | 680 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 327 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 437 | 549 |
Connectivity of Tongaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tongaon. As per the 2011 stats, Tongaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tongaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Tongaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tongaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tongaon
- Where is Tongaon located?
- Tongaon village is situated in Gandhwani Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tongaon?
- Tongaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tongaon is 1,551, with 764 males and 787 females.
- How many households are there in Tongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tongaon village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tongaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongaon is 36.43%. The male literacy rate is 42.80%, while the female literacy rate is 30.24%.