Tunta

Tunta is a village located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 57.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Mukundapur is the gram panchayat of Tunta village.

Tunta has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tunta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tunta is 329886. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Puruliya is nearest town to Tunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Tunta

Below is a concise population overview of Tunta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 906 470 436
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 155 80 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 57 30 27
Literate Population 398 262 136
Illiterate Population 508 208 300

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tunta village:

  • The total population of Tunta village is around 906, including approximately 470 males and 436 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Tunta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tunta village has 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tunta village is about 43.93%, with male literacy at 55.74% and female literacy at 31.19%.
  • There are around 161 households in Tunta village.

Connectivity of Tunta

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

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

Nearby Villages of Tunta

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tunta

Where is Tunta located?
Tunta village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunta is Mukundapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tunta?
The pincode of Tunta is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tunta is 906, with 470 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Tunta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tunta village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tunta is 43.93%. The male literacy rate is 55.74%, while the female literacy rate is 31.19%.