Tungra
Tungra is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Tungra village is also a gram panchayat.
Tungra has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tungra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tungra is 044687. The village spans a total geographical area of 142 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Tungra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Tungra
Population of Tungra
Below is a concise population overview of Tungra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 204 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 149 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 122 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tungra village:
- The total population of Tungra village is around 396, including approximately 204 males and 192 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Tungra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tungra village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 280 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tungra village is about 55.30%, with male literacy at 59.80% and female literacy at 50.52%.
- There are around 56 households in Tungra village.
Connectivity of Tungra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tungra. As per the 2011 stats, Tungra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tungra
Knowing the nearby villages of Tungra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tungra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tungra
- Where is Tungra located?
- Tungra village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tungra?
- Tungra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tungra?
- The pincode of Tungra is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tungra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tungra is 396, with 204 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Tungra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tungra village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tungra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tungra is 55.30%. The male literacy rate is 59.80%, while the female literacy rate is 50.52%.