Afaksung - Richukrong Circle, East Kameng
Afaksung is a village situated in the Richukrong Circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from Richukrong and around 44 km from Seppa. Chijang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afaksung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afaksung is 261997. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Afaksung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Afaksung
According to the 2011 Census, Afaksung village had a total population of 114 people, including 62 males and 52 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.09%, with male literacy at 45.10% and female literacy at 18.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 39 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Afaksung
Afaksung 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 Afaksung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Afaksung.
| 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 Seppa to Afaksung is about 44 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 Afaksung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afaksung 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Afaksung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afaksung 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Afaksung
Where is Afaksung located?
Afaksung village is located in Richukrong Circle Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Afaksung?
The Gram Panchayat of Afaksung is Chijang.
What is the pincode of Afaksung?
The pincode of Afaksung is 790102.
What is the population of Afaksung?
Afaksung had a total population of 114, including 62 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Afaksung?
Afaksung had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afaksung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afaksung was 34.09%. Male literacy was 45.10% and female literacy was 18.92%.