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 information the sub-district code of Chongkham Block (CD) is 01731. Total area of chongkham circle is 996 km². Chongkham circle has a population of 21,995 peoples. Chongkham circle has a population density of 22.09 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 4,411 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 52.16% population of chongkham circle is literate, out of which 59.98% males and 43.25% females are literate.
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'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 |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Chongkham Circle , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| 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 |