Rapung - Lada Circle, Bichom
Rapung is a village situated in the Lada Circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Bameng and around 80 km from Seppa. Lower Liyak/sekong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rapung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rapung is 262093. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Rapung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rapung
According to the 2011 Census, Rapung village had a total population of 185 people, including 88 males and 97 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.13%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 61.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 185 | 88 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Rapung
Rapung 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 Rapung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rapung.
| 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 Rapung is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rapung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rapung 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 Rapung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rapung 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 Rapung
Where is Rapung located?
Rapung village is located in Lada Circle Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rapung?
The Gram Panchayat of Rapung is Lower Liyak/sekong.
What is the pincode of Rapung?
The pincode of Rapung is 790102.
What is the population of Rapung?
Rapung had a total population of 185, including 88 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Rapung?
Rapung had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rapung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rapung was 68.13%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 61.63%.