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
As per Census 2011, Tangunia village has a total population of 3,908 people, consisting of 2,056 males and 1,852 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,291 literate and 1,617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 585 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tangunia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,908, including 2,056 males and 1,852 females.
How many households are there in Tangunia?
There are 555 households in Tangunia.
What is the literacy rate in Tangunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tangunia is 58.62%. Male literacy is 69.36% and female literacy is 46.71%.