Dingchang - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Dingchang is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from Nafra and around 66 km from Bomdila. Saddle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dingchang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dingchang is 261742. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Dingchang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dingchang
According to the 2011 Census, Dingchang village had a total population of 91 people, including 54 males and 37 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 685 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 45.24% and female literacy at 39.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 53 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Dingchang
Dingchang 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 Dingchang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dingchang.
| 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 Dingchang is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dingchang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dingchang 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 Dingchang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dingchang 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 Dingchang
Where is Dingchang located?
Dingchang village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dingchang?
The Gram Panchayat of Dingchang is Saddle.
What is the pincode of Dingchang?
The pincode of Dingchang is 790001.
What is the population of Dingchang?
Dingchang had a total population of 91, including 54 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Dingchang?
Dingchang had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dingchang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dingchang was 42.86%. Male literacy was 45.24% and female literacy was 39.29%.