Chongkham
Chongkham is a Town and Circle in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chongkham Block (CD) is 01731. The total area of Chongkham Circle is 996 km². Chongkham has a sex ratio of approximately 877 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chongkham Circle
Chongkham Circle has a total of 43 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chongkham Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alubari | Alubari | Namsai (36 km) |
| 2 | Alubari Ghat | N/A | Namsai (37 km) |
| 3 | Alubari Main Wood Area | N/A | Namsai (34 km) |
| 4 | Chakma I | N/A | Namsai (35 km) |
| 5 | Chakma Ii | N/A | Namsai (37 km) |
| 6 | Chakma Iii | N/A | Namsai (38 km) |
| 7 | Chongkham H Q | Chongkham Hq | Namsai (30 km) |
| 8 | Chowkham | N/A | Namsai (32 km) |
| 9 | Chowkham I | Chongkham I | Chongkham |
| 10 | Chowkham Ii | Chongkham Ii | Namsai (31 km) |
| 11 | Chowkham Iii | Chongkham Iii | Namsai (31 km) |
| 12 | Chowkham Iv | Chongkham Iv | Namsai (30 km) |
| 13 | Chowkham Tengapani Area | N/A | Namsai (23 km) |
| 14 | Embong | N/A | Namsai (67 km) |
| 15 | Emphum | Emphum | Namsai (46 km) |
| 16 | Empong | N/A | Namsai (33 km) |
| 17 | Guna Nagar I | Guna Nagar | Chongkham |
| 18 | Guna Nagar Ii | Guna Nagar | Namsai (33 km) |
| 19 | Injo | N/A | Namsai (115 km) |
| 20 | Insa | Insa | Namsai (75 km) |
| 21 | Kherem | Kherem | Namsai (40 km) |
| 22 | Lathoo | N/A | Namsai (61 km) |
| 23 | Lonka Village | N/A | Namsai (70 km) |
| 24 | Mabira | Mabira | Namsai (35 km) |
| 25 | Mankao | Mankao | Namsai (45 km) |
| 26 | Mankong Seng | N/A | Namsai (35 km) |
| 27 | Manmaw | N/A | Chongkham |
| 28 | Marua Camp | N/A | Namsai (41 km) |
| 29 | Mazgaon | N/A | Namsai (32 km) |
| 30 | Mimey | Mimey | Namsai (50 km) |
| 31 | Momong | Momong | Namsai (25 km) |
| 32 | Morapat | N/A | Namsai (40 km) |
| 33 | Munglang | Munglang | Namsai (67 km) |
| 34 | Nalong | N/A | Namsai (26 km) |
| 35 | Namgo | N/A | Namsai (55 km) |
| 36 | Namliang | Namliang | Namsai (36 km) |
| 37 | Namliang Tea Garden Area | Namliang | Namsai (36 km) |
| 38 | Napatia | Nopatia | Namsai (37 km) |
| 39 | Pankhao | N/A | Namsai (46 km) |
| 40 | Paseng | N/A | Namsai (60 km) |
| 41 | Tingwa Camp | N/A | Namsai (60 km) |
| 42 | Tissue | Tissue | Namsai (33 km) |
| 43 | Tuling | N/A | Namsai (114 km) |
Population of Chongkham Circle
The population profile of Chongkham Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chongkham Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,995 | 21,995 | N/A |
| Male Population | 11,716 | 11,716 | N/A |
| Female Population | 10,279 | 10,279 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,775 | 3,775 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,959 | 1,959 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,816 | 1,816 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 11,473 | 11,473 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 7,027 | 7,027 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 4,446 | 4,446 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 10,522 | 10,522 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,689 | 4,689 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,833 | 5,833 | N/A |
| Total Households | 4,411 | 4,411 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 21,995 people. Includes nearly 11,716 males and 10,279 females. Rural population is about 21,995 people.
- There are around 3,775 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,959 boys and 1,816 girls.
- Literate population is about 11,473 people. Non-literate population is around 10,522 people.
- There are nearly 4,411 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chongkham Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 5,791 | 5,791 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 3,002 | 3,002 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,789 | 2,789 | N/A |
| Population Density | 22 / km² | 22 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chongkham Circle is about 5,791 people, including 3,002 males and 2,789 females. Around 5,791 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 22 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 22 people per sq. km.