Tungat
Tungat is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Tungat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tungat unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Tungat’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 Tungat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tungat is 562356. The village spans a total geographical area of 1989.54 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Tungat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tungat 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tungat
Population of Tungat
According to the 2011 Census, Tungat has a total population of about 5,275, with approximately 2,712 males and 2,563 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 720 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 950 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 108. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.65%, with male literacy at about 68.22% and female literacy near 54.70%. There are around 1,114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tungat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,275 | 2,712 | 2,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 720 | 371 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 950 | 494 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 3,252 | 1,850 | 1,402 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,023 | 862 | 1,161 |
Connectivity of Tungat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tungat. As per the 2011 stats, Tungat 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 Tungat
Knowing the nearby villages of Tungat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tungat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tungat
- Where is Tungat located?
- Tungat village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tungat?
- Tungat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tungat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tungat is 5,275, with 2,712 males and 2,563 females.
- How many households are there in Tungat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tungat village has a total of 1,114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tungat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tungat is 61.65%. The male literacy rate is 68.22%, while the female literacy rate is 54.70%.