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.
Tanga has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Tanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tanga village:
- The total population of Tanga village is around 1,075, including approximately 553 males and 522 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Tanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tanga village has 67 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tanga village is about 80.37%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 74.71%.
- There are around 250 households in Tanga village.
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%.