New Sapong - Bana Eac, Bichom
New Sapong is a village situated in the Bana Eac circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Richukrong and around 38 km from Seppa. New Sopung (res) serves as the Gram Panchayat for New Sapong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Sapong is 262007. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
New Sapong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of New Sapong
According to the 2011 Census, New Sapong village had a total population of 242 people, including 129 males and 113 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 46 | 51 |
Transport and Connectivity of New Sapong
New Sapong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seppa to New Sapong is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Sapong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Sapong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in New Sapong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Sapong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about New Sapong
Where is New Sapong located?
New Sapong village is located in Bana Eac Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of New Sapong?
The Gram Panchayat of New Sapong is New Sopung (res).
What is the pincode of New Sapong?
The pincode of New Sapong is 790102.
What is the population of New Sapong?
New Sapong had a total population of 242, including 129 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in New Sapong?
New Sapong had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Sapong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Sapong was 73.98%. Male literacy was 80.58% and female literacy was 66.67%.