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.
Tungat has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Tungat 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tungat village:
- The total population of Tungat village is around 5,275, including approximately 2,712 males and 2,563 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 720 children aged 0–6 years in Tungat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tungat village has 950 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 108 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tungat village is about 61.65%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 54.70%.
- There are around 1,114 households in Tungat village.
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%.