Tonkda Village - Suwasara, Mandsaur
Tonkda is a village situated in the Suwasara tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suwasra and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Tokda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tonkda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tonkda is 469940. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.3 hectares and falls under the 458888 pincode. Suwasara is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Tonkda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tonkda
As per Census 2011, Tonkda village has a total population of 1,271 people, consisting of 669 males and 602 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 633 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tonkda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,271 | 669 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 104 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 633 | 329 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 425 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 244 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Tonkda
Tonkda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhankhedi | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Guradiya Pratap | West | 2.53 km |
| Khejdiya Megha | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Antraliya | East | 3.40 km |
| Semlikankad | North | 3.66 km |
| Lakhwa | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Kishorepura | South | 4.16 km |
| Jamunya | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Deoriya Vijay | West | 5.67 km |
| Dhalpat | West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tonkda
Tonkda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Suwasra, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suwasara to Tonkda is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Tonkda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tonkda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tonkda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tonkda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tonkda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tonkda
Where is Tonkda located?
Tonkda village is located in Suwasara Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tonkda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tonkda is Tokda.
What is the pincode of Tonkda?
The pincode of Tonkda is 458888.
What is the population of Tonkda?
Tonkda has a total population of 1,271, including 669 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Tonkda?
There are 317 households in Tonkda.
What is the literacy rate in Tonkda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tonkda is 52.32%. Male literacy is 63.53% and female literacy is 39.87%.