Khoina - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Khoina is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Nafra and around 51 km from Bomdila. Khoina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoina is 261741. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Khoina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khoina
According to the 2011 Census, Khoina village had a total population of 248 people, including 124 males and 124 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.72%, with male literacy at 56.57% and female literacy at 47.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 123 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 68 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Khoina
Khoina 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 Khoina
Khoina 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 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 Khoina is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khoina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoina 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 Khoina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoina 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 Khoina
Where is Khoina located?
Khoina village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khoina?
Khoina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khoina?
The pincode of Khoina is 790001.
What is the population of Khoina?
Khoina had a total population of 248, including 124 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Khoina?
Khoina had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoina was 51.72%. Male literacy was 56.57% and female literacy was 47.12%.