Rikong - Metengliang Circle, Anjaw
Rikong is a village situated in the Metengliang Circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Metengliang and around 77 km from Hawai. Roiliang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rikong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rikong is 266852. The village falls under the 792104 pincode.
Rikong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rikong
According to the 2011 Census, Rikong village had a total population of 18 people, including 10 males and 8 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Rikong
Rikong 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 Rikong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rikong.
| 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 Rikong is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rikong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rikong 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 Rikong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rikong 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 Rikong
Where is Rikong located?
Rikong village is located in Metengliang Circle Circle, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikong?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikong is Roiliang.
What is the pincode of Rikong?
The pincode of Rikong is 792104.
What is the population of Rikong?
Rikong had a total population of 18, including 10 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Rikong?
Rikong had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rikong was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.