Tungaon
Tungaon is a village located in Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Kokasara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kanshibahal is the gram panchayat of Tungaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Tungaon unique in its vibrant Kokasara-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Tungaon’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 Tungaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tungaon is 424060. The village spans a total geographical area of 509 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766019. Junagarh is nearest town to Tungaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Tungaon
Population of Tungaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tungaon has a total population of about 1,528, with approximately 771 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 222 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 927. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.49%, with male literacy at about 61.48% and female literacy near 35.27%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tungaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,528 | 771 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 462 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 474 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 297 | 490 |
Connectivity of Tungaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tungaon. As per the 2011 stats, Tungaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tungaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Tungaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tungaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tungaon
- Where is Tungaon located?
- Tungaon village is situated in Kokasara Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tungaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tungaon is Kanshibahal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tungaon?
- The pincode of Tungaon is 766019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tungaon is 1,528, with 771 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Tungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tungaon village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tungaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tungaon is 48.49%. The male literacy rate is 61.48%, while the female literacy rate is 35.27%.