Rikhung

Rikhung is a village located in Bameng circle of East Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bameng (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Seppa.

Rikhung has its own place in the vibrant East Kameng region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rikhung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rikhung is 262119. Bameng is nearest town to Rikhung village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rikhung

Below is a concise population overview of Rikhung as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 135 66 69
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 11 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 135 66 69
Literate Population 51 26 25
Illiterate Population 84 40 44

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rikhung village:

  • The total population of Rikhung village is around 135, including approximately 66 males and 69 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Rikhung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rikhung village has 135 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rikhung village is about 37.78%, with male literacy at 39.39% and female literacy at 36.23%.
  • There are around 23 households in Rikhung village.

Connectivity of Rikhung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rikhung. As per the 2011 stats, Rikhung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Rikhung

Knowing the nearby villages of Rikhung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rikhung.

Gidi Sullung Laja Sullung Lengdi Liang Tallo Liya Myorang Lapung Rengte Wah Paksa Taffo Upper Liyak Donia Upper Liyak Doncha

Frequently Asked Questions about Rikhung

Where is Rikhung located?
Rikhung village is situated in Bameng Circle, within the East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the population of Rikhung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikhung is 135, with 66 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Rikhung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rikhung village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikhung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikhung is 37.78%. The male literacy rate is 39.39%, while the female literacy rate is 36.23%.