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
According to the 2011 Census, Megdong village had a total population of 224 people, including 128 males and 96 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.64%, with male literacy at 22.58% and female literacy at 16.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 224 | 128 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 224, including 128 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Megdong?
Megdong had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megdong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megdong was 19.64%. Male literacy was 22.58% and female literacy was 16.00%.