Tonki - Manawar, Dhar
Tonki is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Tonki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tonki is 475615. The village covers a total geographical area of 822.43 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tonki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tonki
As per Census 2011, Tonki village has a total population of 2,641 people, consisting of 1,367 males and 1,274 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,646 literate and 995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 715 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tonki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,641 | 1,367 | 1,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 153 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 369 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 1,646 | 990 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 377 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Tonki
Tonki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Temarni | North | 2.19 km |
| Gopalpura | West | 2.30 km |
| Sanmod | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Morad | North | 3.05 km |
| Loni | South | 3.15 km |
| Bidpura | West | 3.27 km |
| Nigarni | East | 3.55 km |
| Sondul | East | 3.67 km |
| Bhagiyapur | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Golpura | North-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tonki
Tonki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Tonki is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Tonki is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tonki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tonki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tonki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tonki 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tonki
Where is Tonki located?
Tonki village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tonki?
Tonki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tonki?
The pincode of Tonki is 454446.
What is the population of Tonki?
Tonki has a total population of 2,641, including 1,367 males and 1,274 females.
How many households are there in Tonki?
There are 557 households in Tonki.
What is the literacy rate in Tonki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tonki is 62.32%. Male literacy is 72.42% and female literacy is 51.49%.