Tanga
Tanga is a village located in Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mohadi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Tanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tanga unique in its vibrant Mohadi-Bhandara region. You’ll see Tanga’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 Tanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tanga is 536828. The village spans a total geographical area of 589.28 hectares. Tumsar is nearest town to Tanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tanga 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 Tumsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the bhandara gondia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tanga
Population of Tanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tanga has a total population of about 1,075, with approximately 553 males and 522 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.37%, with male literacy at about 85.71% and female literacy near 74.71%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,075 | 553 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 474 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 79 | 132 |
Connectivity of Tanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tanga. As per the 2011 stats, Tanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Tanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tanga
- Where is Tanga located?
- Tanga village is situated in Mohadi Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tanga?
- Tanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tanga is 1,075, with 553 males and 522 females.
- How many households are there in Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tanga village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tanga is 80.37%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 74.71%.