Tungaon - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Tungaon is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kandhabutara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tungaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungaon is 424060. The village covers a total geographical area of 509 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tungaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tungaon
As per Census 2011, Tungaon village has a total population of 1,528 people, consisting of 771 males and 757 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 741 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 927 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tungaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Tungaon
Tungaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tungaon
Tungaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Tungaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tungaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tungaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tungaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tungaon
Where is Tungaon located?
Tungaon village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tungaon is Kandhabutara.
What is the pincode of Tungaon?
The pincode of Tungaon is 766019.
What is the population of Tungaon?
Tungaon has a total population of 1,528, including 771 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Tungaon?
There are 404 households in Tungaon.
What is the literacy rate in Tungaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungaon is 48.49%. Male literacy is 61.48% and female literacy is 35.27%.