Tang Tangi - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Tang Tangi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 42.3 km from Ghughumari and around 35 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tang Tangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tang Tangi is 308144. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.56 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Tang Tangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cooch behar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tang Tangi
As per Census 2011, Tang Tangi village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 187 males and 197 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tang Tangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 187 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 22 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 58 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Tang Tangi
Tang Tangi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tang Tangi
Tang Tangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Tang Tangi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Tang Tangi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tang Tangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tang Tangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tang Tangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tang Tangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tang Tangi
Where is Tang Tangi located?
Tang Tangi village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tang Tangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tang Tangi is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Tang Tangi?
The pincode of Tang Tangi is 736157.
What is the population of Tang Tangi?
Tang Tangi has a total population of 384, including 187 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Tang Tangi?
There are 73 households in Tang Tangi.
What is the literacy rate in Tang Tangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tang Tangi is 64.32%. Male literacy is 68.98% and female literacy is 59.90%.