Tonk - Teonthar, Rewa
Tonk is a village situated in the Teonthar tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teonthar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Barua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tonk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tonk is 465028. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.08 hectares and falls under the 486220 pincode. Teonthar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tonk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tonk
According to the 2011 Census, Tonk village had a total population of 511 people, including 262 males and 249 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.59%, with male literacy at 84.05% and female literacy at 47.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 262 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 195 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 67 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Tonk
Tonk is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tonk
Public transport in the Tonk is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Teonthar to Tonk is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Tonk is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tonk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tonk 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tonk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tonk 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 Tonk
Where is Tonk located?
Tonk village is located in Teonthar Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tonk?
The Gram Panchayat of Tonk is Barua.
What is the pincode of Tonk?
The pincode of Tonk is 486220.
What is the population of Tonk?
Tonk had a total population of 511, including 262 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Tonk?
Tonk had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tonk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tonk was 66.59%. Male literacy was 84.05% and female literacy was 47.66%.