Japu - Khenawa Circle, East Kameng
Japu is a village situated in the Khenawa Circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Bameng and around 47 km from Seppa. Pordung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japu is 262197. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Japu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Japu
According to the 2011 Census, Japu village had a total population of 33 people, including 16 males and 17 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.62%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Japu
Japu 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 Japu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Japu.
| 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 Seppa to Japu is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japu 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 Japu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japu 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 Japu
Where is Japu located?
Japu village is located in Khenawa Circle Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Japu?
The Gram Panchayat of Japu is Pordung.
What is the pincode of Japu?
The pincode of Japu is 790102.
What is the population of Japu?
Japu had a total population of 33, including 16 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Japu?
Japu had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Japu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japu was 58.62%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.