Tangankana
Tangankana is a village located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chhatrapur is the gram panchayat of Tangankana village.
Here you can discover what makes Tangankana unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Tangankana’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 Tangankana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tangankana is 422962. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766027. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Tangankana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Tangankana
Population of Tangankana
According to the 2011 Census, Tangankana has a total population of about 222, with approximately 110 males and 112 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 85 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 133. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.43%, with male literacy at about 46.36% and female literacy near 18.75%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tangankana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 110 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 36 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 51 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 59 | 91 |
Connectivity of Tangankana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tangankana. As per the 2011 stats, Tangankana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tangankana
Knowing the nearby villages of Tangankana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tangankana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tangankana
- Where is Tangankana located?
- Tangankana village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tangankana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tangankana is Chhatrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tangankana?
- The pincode of Tangankana is 766027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tangankana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tangankana is 222, with 110 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Tangankana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tangankana village has a total of 51 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tangankana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tangankana is 32.43%. The male literacy rate is 46.36%, while the female literacy rate is 18.75%.