Longphong - Longding Hq, Longding
Longphong is a village situated in the Longding Hq circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Longding and around 78 km from Khonsa. Longphong village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longphong is 264533. The village falls under the 792131 pincode.
Longphong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Longphong
According to the 2011 Census, Longphong village had a total population of 1,174 people, including 493 males and 681 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 1,381 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.44%, with male literacy at 42.56% and female literacy at 16.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,164.
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 | 1,174 | 493 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 103 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,164 | 486 | 678 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 166 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 327 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Longphong
Longphong 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 Longphong
Longphong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khonsa to Longphong is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longphong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longphong 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 Longphong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longphong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Longphong
Where is Longphong located?
Longphong village is located in Longding Hq Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Longphong?
Longphong is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longphong?
The pincode of Longphong is 792131.
What is the population of Longphong?
Longphong had a total population of 1,174, including 493 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Longphong?
Longphong had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longphong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longphong was 27.44%. Male literacy was 42.56% and female literacy was 16.57%.