Tonkara
Tonkara is a village located in Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lateri (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Vidisha. As per 2009 stats, Tiloni is the gram panchayat of Tonkara village.
Here you can discover what makes Tonkara unique in its vibrant Lateri-Vidisha region. You’ll see Tonkara’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 Tonkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tonkara is 480620. The village spans a total geographical area of 628.66 hectares. Lateri is nearest town to Tonkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Tonkara
Population of Tonkara
According to the 2011 Census, Tonkara has a total population of about 1,715, with approximately 921 males and 794 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.78%, with male literacy at about 43.97% and female literacy near 30.60%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tonkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 921 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 151 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 90 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 405 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 516 | 551 |
Connectivity of Tonkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tonkara. As per the 2011 stats, Tonkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tonkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Tonkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tonkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tonkara
- Where is Tonkara located?
- Tonkara village is situated in Lateri Tehsil, within the Vidisha district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tonkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tonkara is Tiloni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tonkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tonkara is 1,715, with 921 males and 794 females.
- How many households are there in Tonkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tonkara village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tonkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tonkara is 37.78%. The male literacy rate is 43.97%, while the female literacy rate is 30.60%.