Kongkul - Namsing Circle, East Siang
Kongkul is a village situated in the Namsing Circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Namsing and around 44 km from Pasighat. Kongkul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongkul is 263924. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 791104 pincode. Mebo is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kongkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kongkul
According to the 2011 Census, Kongkul village had a total population of 187 people, including 91 males and 96 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.74%, with male literacy at 71.23% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 187 | 91 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Kongkul
Kongkul 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 Kongkul
Kongkul 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mebo to Kongkul is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pasighat to Kongkul is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongkul 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 Kongkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongkul 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 Kongkul
Where is Kongkul located?
Kongkul village is located in Namsing Circle Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kongkul?
Kongkul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kongkul?
The pincode of Kongkul is 791104.
What is the population of Kongkul?
Kongkul had a total population of 187, including 91 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kongkul?
Kongkul had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kongkul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongkul was 61.74%. Male literacy was 71.23% and female literacy was 52.63%.