Piyong
Piyong 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 Piyong Block (CD) is 01734. The total area of Piyong Circle is 229 km². Piyong has a sex ratio of approximately 925 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Piyong Circle
Piyong Circle has a total of 27 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 Piyong Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adi Ningroo | N/A | Namsai (8 km) |
| 2 | Chesing Wingko | N/A | Namsai (20 km) |
| 3 | Jenglai | N/A | Namsai (17 km) |
| 4 | Khasangkung | N/A | Namsai (20 km) |
| 5 | Lekang Khamti | N/A | Namsai (16 km) |
| 6 | Mathingkung | N/A | Namsai (21 km) |
| 7 | Mengkeng Khamti | N/A | Namsai (14 km) |
| 8 | Mukron | N/A | Namsai (16 km) |
| 9 | Nampong Village | N/A | Namsai (10 km) |
| 10 | New Chesing Winko | N/A | Piyong |
| 11 | Ningroo Charali Vill | N/A | Namsai (9 km) |
| 12 | Nongtaw Khamti | N/A | Namsai (23 km) |
| 13 | Nongtaw Shyam | N/A | Namsai (24 km) |
| 14 | Pangen | N/A | Namsai (11 km) |
| 15 | Phaneng | Phaneng | Namsai (15 km) |
| 16 | Piyong Kachari Vill | Piyong Kachari | Namsai (13 km) |
| 17 | Piyong Khampti | Piyong Khampti | Namsai (12 km) |
| 18 | Piyong Singphoo | Piyong Singphoo | Namsai (13 km) |
| 19 | Piyong Village | N/A | Namsai (12 km) |
| 20 | Wagen Pathar No I | N/A | Namsai (16 km) |
| 21 | Wagen Pathar No Ii | N/A | Namsai (17 km) |
| 22 | Wagon Pathar Iv | N/A | Namsai (17 km) |
| 23 | Wagon Pather Iii | N/A | Namsai (19 km) |
| 24 | Wengko | N/A | Namsai (18 km) |
| 25 | Wingkham Nongtaw | N/A | Namsai (18 km) |
| 26 | Wingseng Nongtaw | N/A | Namsai (21 km) |
| 27 | Wingseng Nonwtaw Ii | N/A | Namsai (22 km) |
Population of Piyong Circle
The population profile of Piyong 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 Piyong 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 | 10,481 | 10,481 | N/A |
| Male Population | 5,444 | 5,444 | N/A |
| Female Population | 5,037 | 5,037 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,205 | 2,205 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,111 | 1,111 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,094 | 1,094 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,126 | 4,126 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 2,460 | 2,460 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 1,666 | 1,666 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 6,355 | 6,355 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,984 | 2,984 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,371 | 3,371 | N/A |
| Total Households | 2,153 | 2,153 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 10,481 people. Includes nearly 5,444 males and 5,037 females. Rural population is about 10,481 people.
- There are around 2,205 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,111 boys and 1,094 girls.
- Literate population is about 4,126 people. Non-literate population is around 6,355 people.
- There are nearly 2,153 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Piyong 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 | 4,225 | 4,225 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,094 | 2,094 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,131 | 2,131 | N/A |
| Population Density | 46 / km² | 46 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Piyong Circle is about 4,225 people, including 2,094 males and 2,131 females. Around 4,225 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 46 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 46 people per sq. km.