Gikung - Lada Circle, Bichom
Gikung is a village situated in the Lada Circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Bameng and around 105 km from Seppa. Gikung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gikung is 262079. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Gikung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gikung
According to the 2011 Census, Gikung village had a total population of 55 people, including 31 males and 24 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.44%, with male literacy at 29.17% and female literacy at 19.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 24 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gikung
Gikung 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 Gikung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gikung.
| 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 Seppa to Gikung is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seppa to Gikung is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gikung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gikung 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 Gikung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gikung 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 Gikung
Where is Gikung located?
Gikung village is located in Lada Circle Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gikung?
Gikung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gikung?
The pincode of Gikung is 790102.
What is the population of Gikung?
Gikung had a total population of 55, including 31 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gikung?
Gikung had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gikung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gikung was 24.44%. Male literacy was 29.17% and female literacy was 19.05%.