Tongtala
About Tongtala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tongtala village is 323882. Tongtala village is located in Sandeshkhali Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarjola. Barasat is the district headquarter of Tongtala village. As per 2009 stats, Sandeshkhali is the gram panchayat of Tongtala village.
The total geographical area of village is 371.1 hectares. Tongtala has a total population of 1,759 peoples, out of which male population is 902 while female population is 857. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tongtala village is 70.61% out of which 79.38% males and 61.38% females are literate. There are about 421 houses in tongtala village. Pincode of tongtala village locality is 743446.
When it comes to administration, Tongtala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Tongtala village comes under Sandeshkhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency. Basirhat is nearest town to tongtala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
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Population of Tongtala
The population details of Tongtala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,759 | 902 | 857 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,362 | 708 | 654 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 357 | 174 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 716 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 186 | 331 |
Connectivity of Tongtala
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tongtala
Where is Tongtala located?
Tongtala village is situated in Sandeshkhali Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tongtala?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongtala is Sandeshkhali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tongtala?
The pincode of Tongtala is 743446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tongtala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tongtala is 1,759, with 902 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Tongtala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tongtala village has a total of 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongtala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongtala is 70.61%. The male literacy rate is 79.38%, while the female literacy rate is 61.38%.