Longkhaw - Pumao Circle, Longding
Longkhaw is a village situated in the Pumao Circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Niausa and around 95 km from Khonsa. Longkhaw village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longkhaw is 264542. The village falls under the 792131 pincode.
Longkhaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Longkhaw
According to the 2011 Census, Longkhaw village had a total population of 1,750 people, including 887 males and 863 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.52%, with male literacy at 8.14% and female literacy at 0.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,748.
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 | 1,750 | 887 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 224 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,748 | 886 | 862 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 54 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,690 | 833 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Longkhaw
Longkhaw 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 Longkhaw
Public transport in the Longkhaw is mainly available through shared van 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 Khonsa to Longkhaw is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longkhaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longkhaw 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 Longkhaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longkhaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Longkhaw
Where is Longkhaw located?
Longkhaw village is located in Pumao Circle Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Longkhaw?
Longkhaw is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longkhaw?
The pincode of Longkhaw is 792131.
What is the population of Longkhaw?
Longkhaw had a total population of 1,750, including 887 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Longkhaw?
Longkhaw had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longkhaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longkhaw was 4.52%. Male literacy was 8.14% and female literacy was 0.90%.