Megdong - Puchi Geko Circle, Kamle
Megdong is a village situated in the Puchi Geko Circle of Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Puchigeko and around 10 km from Daporijo. Chikom-ix serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megdong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megdong is 263192. The village falls under the 791120 pincode.
Megdong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Megdong
As per Census 2011, Megdong village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 128 males and 96 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megdong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 128 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 104 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 107 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Megdong
Megdong 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 Megdong
Megdong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daporijo to Megdong is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megdong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megdong 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 Megdong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megdong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Megdong
Where is Megdong located?
Megdong village is located in Puchi Geko Circle Circle, Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megdong?
The Gram Panchayat of Megdong is Chikom-ix.
What is the pincode of Megdong?
The pincode of Megdong is 791120.
What is the population of Megdong?
Megdong has a total population of 224, including 128 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Megdong?
There are 35 households in Megdong.
What is the literacy rate in Megdong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megdong is 14.73%. Male literacy is 16.41% and female literacy is 12.50%.