Otongkhua - Lawnu Circle, Longding
Otongkhua is a village situated in the Lawnu Circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Lawnu and around 100 km from Khonsa. Otongkhowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Otongkhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otongkhua is 264523. The village falls under the 792131 pincode.
Otongkhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Otongkhua
As per Census 2011, Otongkhua village has a total population of 464 people, consisting of 219 males and 245 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Otongkhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 219 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 193 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 121 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 98 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Otongkhua
Otongkhua 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 Otongkhua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Otongkhua.
| 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 Khonsa to Otongkhua is about 100 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 Otongkhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otongkhua 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 Otongkhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otongkhua 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Otongkhua
Where is Otongkhua located?
Otongkhua village is located in Lawnu Circle Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otongkhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Otongkhua is Otongkhowa.
What is the pincode of Otongkhua?
The pincode of Otongkhua is 792131.
What is the population of Otongkhua?
Otongkhua has a total population of 464, including 219 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Otongkhua?
There are 102 households in Otongkhua.
What is the literacy rate in Otongkhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otongkhua is 47.41%. Male literacy is 55.25% and female literacy is 40.41%.