Khenewa
Khenewa is a Town and Circle in East Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Khenewa Block (CD) is 01589. The total area of Khenewa Circle is 153 km². Khenewa has a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Khenewa Circle
Khenewa Circle has a total of 26 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Khenewa Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chaling | N/A | Seppa (63 km) |
| 2 | Japu | N/A | Seppa (47 km) |
| 3 | Jokhia | N/A | Seppa (64 km) |
| 4 | Jomoh | N/A | Seppa (86 km) |
| 5 | Kapa | N/A | Seppa (67 km) |
| 6 | Kawarang | N/A | Khenewa |
| 7 | Khenewa H Q | N/A | Seppa (96 km) |
| 8 | Langri I A Y Village | N/A | Seppa (52 km) |
| 9 | Latum I A Y Village | N/A | Seppa (52 km) |
| 10 | Margingla Camp | N/A | Khenewa |
| 11 | Pabing | N/A | Seppa (76 km) |
| 12 | Pabua Pabing | N/A | Seppa (52 km) |
| 13 | Paffa | N/A | Khenewa |
| 14 | Pangia | N/A | Seppa (62 km) |
| 15 | Pordung | N/A | Seppa (76 km) |
| 16 | Pordung Sullung | N/A | Seppa (58 km) |
| 17 | Raje | N/A | Khenewa |
| 18 | Rawa | N/A | Seppa (57 km) |
| 19 | Sangbia | N/A | Seppa (89 km) |
| 20 | Sangbia Camp | N/A | Seppa (52 km) |
| 21 | Sefew | N/A | Seppa (57 km) |
| 22 | Wagyung | N/A | Seppa (63 km) |
| 23 | Waii | N/A | Seppa (51 km) |
| 24 | Wallong | N/A | Seppa (55 km) |
| 25 | Warrom | N/A | Khenewa |
| 26 | Yacho | N/A | Khenewa |
Population of Khenewa Circle
The population profile of Khenewa Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Khenewa Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,230 | 4,230 | N/A |
| Male Population | 2,089 | 2,089 | N/A |
| Female Population | 2,141 | 2,141 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 665 | 665 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 336 | 336 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 329 | 329 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,822 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,029 | 1,029 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 793 | 793 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 2,408 | 2,408 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,060 | 1,060 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,348 | 1,348 | N/A |
| Total Households | 766 | 766 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 4,230 people. Includes nearly 2,089 males and 2,141 females. Rural population is about 4,230 people.
- There are around 665 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 336 boys and 329 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,822 people. Non-literate population is around 2,408 people.
- There are nearly 766 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Khenewa Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,085 | 4,085 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,016 | 2,016 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,069 | 2,069 | N/A |
| Population Density | 28 / km² | 28 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Khenewa Circle is about 4,085 people, including 2,016 males and 2,069 females. Around 4,085 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 28 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 28 people per sq. km.