Challang - Goiliang Circle, Anjaw
Challang is a village situated in the Goiliang Circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Goiliang and around 83 km from Hawai. Nilang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challang is 266791. The village falls under the 792104 pincode.
Challang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challang
According to the 2011 Census, Challang village had a total population of 59 people, including 31 males and 28 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.09%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 13.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Challang
Challang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Challang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Challang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hawai to Challang is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Challang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Challang
Where is Challang located?
Challang village is located in Goiliang Circle Circle, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challang?
The Gram Panchayat of Challang is Nilang.
What is the pincode of Challang?
The pincode of Challang is 792104.
What is the population of Challang?
Challang had a total population of 59, including 31 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Challang?
Challang had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challang was 26.09%. Male literacy was 37.50% and female literacy was 13.64%.