Tonga
Tonga is a village located in Baraily tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Baraily (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Tonga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tonga unique in its vibrant Baraily-Raisen region. You’ll see Tonga’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 Tonga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tonga is 484563. The village spans a total geographical area of 1653.84 hectares. Baraily is nearest town to Tonga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tonga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tonga
Population of Tonga
According to the 2011 Census, Tonga has a total population of about 1,133, with approximately 599 males and 534 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 258 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.46%, with male literacy at about 74.12% and female literacy near 51.50%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tonga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 599 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 444 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 155 | 259 |
Connectivity of Tonga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tonga. As per the 2011 stats, Tonga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tonga
Knowing the nearby villages of Tonga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tonga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tonga
- Where is Tonga located?
- Tonga village is situated in Baraily Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tonga?
- Tonga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tonga is 1,133, with 599 males and 534 females.
- How many households are there in Tonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tonga village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tonga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tonga is 63.46%. The male literacy rate is 74.12%, while the female literacy rate is 51.50%.