Thongo - Komna, Nuapada
Thongo is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Jadamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thongo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thongo is 421872. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Thongo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thongo
As per Census 2011, Thongo village has a total population of 1,597 people, consisting of 764 males and 833 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 697 literate and 900 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thongo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,597 | 764 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,257 | 604 | 653 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 427 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 337 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Thongo
Thongo 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 Thongo
Thongo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Khariar Road to Thongo is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Thongo is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thongo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thongo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thongo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thongo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thongo
Where is Thongo located?
Thongo village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thongo?
The Gram Panchayat of Thongo is Jadamunda.
What is the pincode of Thongo?
The pincode of Thongo is 766106.
What is the population of Thongo?
Thongo has a total population of 1,597, including 764 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Thongo?
There are 361 households in Thongo.
What is the literacy rate in Thongo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thongo is 43.64%. Male literacy is 55.89% and female literacy is 32.41%.