Tangunia - Belthara Road, Ballia
Tangunia is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Tangunia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tangunia is 197691. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.86 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode.
Tangunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tangunia
According to the 2011 Census, Tangunia village had a total population of 3,908 people, including 2,056 males and 1,852 females, living in 555 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.94%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 54.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 585, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,908 | 2,056 | 1,852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 282 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 309 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,426 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,617 | 630 | 987 |
Nearby Villages of Tangunia
Tangunia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Guloura | North | 1.02 km |
| Buddhipur | South | 1.38 km |
| Chakki Musadohi | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sonadih | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Chandayar Kala | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Chandayar Walipur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Gauri Lal Ghosa | South | 2.68 km |
| Diyara Sir Sarkar | East | 2.73 km |
| Indauli Zamin Indalli | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Chauhanpur | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tangunia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tangunia. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Tangunia 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 Tangunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tangunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tangunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tangunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tangunia
Where is Tangunia located?
Tangunia village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tangunia?
Tangunia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tangunia?
The pincode of Tangunia is 221715.
What is the population of Tangunia?
Tangunia had a total population of 3,908, including 2,056 males and 1,852 females.
How many households are there in Tangunia?
Tangunia had 555 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tangunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tangunia was 67.94%. Male literacy was 80.38% and female literacy was 54.13%.