Tungana
Tungana is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Tungana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tungana unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Tungana’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 Tungana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tungana is 042754. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Tungana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 81km away.
Google Map of Tungana
Population of Tungana
According to the 2011 Census, Tungana has a total population of about 555, with approximately 243 males and 312 females. The sex ratio is around 1283 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.86%, with male literacy at about 71.19% and female literacy near 59.94%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tungana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 243 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 360 | 173 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 70 | 125 |
Connectivity of Tungana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tungana. As per the 2011 stats, Tungana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tungana
Knowing the nearby villages of Tungana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tungana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tungana
- Where is Tungana located?
- Tungana village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tungana?
- Tungana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tungana?
- The pincode of Tungana is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tungana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tungana is 555, with 243 males and 312 females.
- How many households are there in Tungana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tungana village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tungana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tungana is 64.86%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.94%.