Tongi - Sawa Circle, East Kameng
Tongi is a village situated in the Sawa Circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Chayang Tajo and around 59 km from Seppa. Tungi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tongi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tongi is 262262. The village falls under the 790102 pincode.
Tongi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tongi
According to the 2011 Census, Tongi village had a total population of 231 people, including 104 males and 127 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,221 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.25%, with male literacy at 53.76% and female literacy at 28.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
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 | 231 | 104 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 104 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 54 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Tongi
Tongi 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 Tongi
Tongi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tongi is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tongi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tongi 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 Tongi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tongi 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 Tongi
Where is Tongi located?
Tongi village is located in Sawa Circle Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tongi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tongi is Tungi.
What is the pincode of Tongi?
The pincode of Tongi is 790102.
What is the population of Tongi?
Tongi had a total population of 231, including 104 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Tongi?
Tongi had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tongi was 39.25%. Male literacy was 53.76% and female literacy was 28.10%.