Taunga
Taunga is a village located in Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Zamania (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Taunga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Taunga unique in its vibrant Zamania-Ghazipur region. You’ll see Taunga’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 Taunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taunga is 206632. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.02 hectares. Zamania is nearest town to Taunga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Taunga
Population of Taunga
According to the 2011 Census, Taunga has a total population of about 1,400, with approximately 734 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 85. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.93%, with male literacy at about 71.80% and female literacy near 61.56%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,400 | 734 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 148 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 115 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 527 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 207 | 256 |
Connectivity of Taunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taunga. As per the 2011 stats, Taunga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Taunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Taunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taunga
- Where is Taunga located?
- Taunga village is situated in Zamania Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taunga?
- Taunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Taunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taunga is 1,400, with 734 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Taunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taunga village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taunga is 66.93%. The male literacy rate is 71.80%, while the female literacy rate is 61.56%.