Longsom - Longding Hq, Longding
Longsom is a village situated in the Longding Hq circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Longding and around 79 km from Khonsa. Longsom village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longsom is 264540. The village falls under the 792131 pincode.
Longsom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Longsom
As per Census 2011, Longsom village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 482 males and 513 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 995 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longsom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 482 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 108 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 995 | 482 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 165 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 317 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Longsom
Longsom 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 Longsom
Longsom 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 | 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 Khonsa to Longsom is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longsom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longsom 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 Longsom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longsom 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 Longsom
Where is Longsom located?
Longsom village is located in Longding Hq Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longsom?
Longsom is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longsom?
The pincode of Longsom is 792131.
What is the population of Longsom?
Longsom has a total population of 995, including 482 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Longsom?
There are 159 households in Longsom.
What is the literacy rate in Longsom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longsom is 24.02%. Male literacy is 34.23% and female literacy is 14.42%.