Tona
Tona is a village located in Bhangar Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhangar (tehsildar office) and 59.7km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Polerhat Ii is the gram panchayat of Tona village.
Here you can discover what makes Tona unique in its vibrant Bhangar Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Tona’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 Tona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tona is 333716. The village spans a total geographical area of 614.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700135. Bhangar Ii is nearest town to Tona village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tona
Population of Tona
According to the 2011 Census, Tona has a total population of about 8,915, with approximately 4,678 males and 4,237 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 64. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.65%, with male literacy at about 71.29% and female literacy near 63.63%. There are around 1,802 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,915 | 4,678 | 4,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,198 | 630 | 568 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,101 | 1,094 | 1,007 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 6,031 | 3,335 | 2,696 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,884 | 1,343 | 1,541 |
Connectivity of Tona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tona. As per the 2011 stats, Tona 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tona
Knowing the nearby villages of Tona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tona
- Where is Tona located?
- Tona village is situated in Bhangar Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tona is Polerhat Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tona?
- The pincode of Tona is 700135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tona is 8,915, with 4,678 males and 4,237 females.
- How many households are there in Tona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tona village has a total of 1,802 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tona is 67.65%. The male literacy rate is 71.29%, while the female literacy rate is 63.63%.