Challan - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Challan is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Nafra and around 121 km from Bomdila. Challang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challan is 261717. The village falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 121 km away.
Challan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challan
According to the 2011 Census, Challan village had a total population of 213 people, including 101 males and 112 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.54%, with male literacy at 46.07% and female literacy at 39.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 213 | 101 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 100 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 60 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Challan
Challan 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 Challan
Challan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bomdila to Challan is about 121 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challan 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 Challan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challan 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 Challan
Where is Challan located?
Challan village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Challan?
The Gram Panchayat of Challan is Challang.
What is the pincode of Challan?
The pincode of Challan is 790001.
What is the population of Challan?
Challan had a total population of 213, including 101 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Challan?
Challan had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challan was 42.54%. Male literacy was 46.07% and female literacy was 39.13%.