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
As per Census 2011, Longphong village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 493 males and 681 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,381 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longphong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 493 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 103 | 138 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,174, including 493 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Longphong?
There are 179 households in Longphong.
What is the literacy rate in Longphong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longphong is 21.81%. Male literacy is 33.67% and female literacy is 13.22%.