Nijung - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Nijung is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Nafra and around 71 km from Bomdila. Khazalang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nijung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nijung is 261721. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Nijung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nijung
According to the 2011 Census, Nijung village had a total population of 112 people, including 58 males and 54 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 63.04% and female literacy at 59.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Nijung
Nijung 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 Nijung
Nijung 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 >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 Nijung is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nijung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nijung 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 Nijung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nijung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nijung
Where is Nijung located?
Nijung village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nijung?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijung is Khazalang.
What is the pincode of Nijung?
The pincode of Nijung is 790001.
What is the population of Nijung?
Nijung had a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Nijung?
Nijung had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nijung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nijung was 61.29%. Male literacy was 63.04% and female literacy was 59.57%.