Tanga - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Tanga is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Tanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanga is 456755. The village covers a total geographical area of 775.02 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Tanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanga
As per Census 2011, Tanga village has a total population of 2,484 people, consisting of 1,295 males and 1,189 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,015 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,484 | 1,295 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 217 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 540 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 769 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 526 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Tanga
Tanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghoorakhas | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Baharo Tal | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Ghooratal | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Deoraha | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Mahendra Maheva | East | 3.71 km |
| Dharam Sagar | North | 3.89 km |
| Morramanna | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Toury | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Barana(thar) | North | 5.18 km |
| Kotra Khera | North-East | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tanga
Tanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatara to Tanga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Tanga is about 57 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 Tanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tanga
Where is Tanga located?
Tanga village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanga?
Tanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tanga?
The pincode of Tanga is 472221.
What is the population of Tanga?
Tanga has a total population of 2,484, including 1,295 males and 1,189 females.
How many households are there in Tanga?
There are 496 households in Tanga.
What is the literacy rate in Tanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanga is 47.42%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 34.40%.