Khellong - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Khellong is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Nafra and around 65 km from Bomdila. Khellong village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khellong is 261722. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Khellong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khellong
According to the 2011 Census, Khellong village had a total population of 357 people, including 189 males and 168 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.39%, with male literacy at 54.09% and female literacy at 37.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 357 | 189 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 164 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 86 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 103 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Khellong
Khellong 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 Khellong
Khellong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khellong is about 65 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 Khellong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khellong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khellong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khellong 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khellong
Where is Khellong located?
Khellong village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khellong?
Khellong is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khellong?
The pincode of Khellong is 790001.
What is the population of Khellong?
Khellong had a total population of 357, including 189 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Khellong?
Khellong had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khellong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khellong was 46.39%. Male literacy was 54.09% and female literacy was 37.12%.