Tanga
Tanga is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tanga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sapdhara is the gram panchayat of Tanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Tanga unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Tanga’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 Tanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tanga is 339864. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Tanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
As per 2019 stats, Tanga village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Tanga
Population of Tanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tanga has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 527 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.51%, with male literacy at about 74.19% and female literacy near 58.55%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 527 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 391 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 136 | 211 |
Connectivity of Tanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tanga. As per the 2011 stats, Tanga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Tanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tanga
- Where is Tanga located?
- Tanga village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tanga is Sapdhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tanga?
- The pincode of Tanga is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tanga is 1,036, with 527 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tanga village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tanga is 66.51%. The male literacy rate is 74.19%, while the female literacy rate is 58.55%.