New Tumba - Wakro Circle, Lohit
New Tumba is a village situated in the Wakro Circle of Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Wakro and around 103 km from Tezu. Kathan serves as the Gram Panchayat for New Tumba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Tumba is 266447. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
New Tumba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of New Tumba
According to the 2011 Census, New Tumba village had a total population of 44 people, including 27 males and 17 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 630 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of New Tumba
New Tumba 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 New Tumba
Public transport in the New Tumba is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Namsai to New Tumba is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to New Tumba is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Tumba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Tumba 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 New Tumba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Tumba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about New Tumba
Where is New Tumba located?
New Tumba village is located in Wakro Circle Circle, Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of New Tumba?
The Gram Panchayat of New Tumba is Kathan.
What is the pincode of New Tumba?
The pincode of New Tumba is 792102.
What is the population of New Tumba?
New Tumba had a total population of 44, including 27 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in New Tumba?
New Tumba had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Tumba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Tumba was 68.57%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 53.33%.