Tomba

Tomba is a village located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Tomba village. As per 2009 stats, Matigara Ii is the gram panchayat of Tomba village.

Here you can discover what makes Tomba unique in its vibrant Matigara-Darjiling region. You’ll see Tomba’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 Tomba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tomba is 306555. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734010. Siliguri is nearest town to Tomba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Tomba village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Tomba

According to the 2011 Census, Tomba has a total population of about 9,632, with approximately 5,038 males and 4,594 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,375 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,635 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.31%, with male literacy at about 68.70% and female literacy near 57.40%. There are around 1,935 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tomba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,632 5,038 4,594
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,375 695 680
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,635 841 794
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 227 115 112
Literate Population 6,098 3,461 2,637
Illiterate Population 3,534 1,577 1,957

Connectivity of Tomba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tomba. As per the 2011 stats, Tomba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tomba

Knowing the nearby villages of Tomba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tomba.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tomba

Where is Tomba located?
Tomba village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tomba?
The Gram Panchayat of Tomba is Matigara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tomba?
The pincode of Tomba is 734010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tomba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tomba is 9,632, with 5,038 males and 4,594 females.
How many households are there in Tomba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tomba village has a total of 1,935 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tomba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tomba is 63.31%. The male literacy rate is 68.70%, while the female literacy rate is 57.40%.