Longkai - Wakka Sdo, Longding
Longkai is a village situated in the Wakka Sdo circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Wakka and around 50 km from Khonsa. Longkai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longkai is 264568. The village falls under the 792131 pincode. Wakka is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Longkai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Longkai
As per Census 2011, Longkai village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 400 males and 394 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 787 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longkai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 400 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 36 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 787 | 396 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 183 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 217 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Longkai
Longkai 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 Longkai
Longkai 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 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 Wakka to Longkai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khonsa to Longkai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longkai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longkai 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 Longkai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longkai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Longkai
Where is Longkai located?
Longkai village is located in Wakka Sdo Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longkai?
Longkai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Longkai?
The pincode of Longkai is 792131.
What is the population of Longkai?
Longkai has a total population of 794, including 400 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Longkai?
There are 142 households in Longkai.
What is the literacy rate in Longkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longkai is 38.41%. Male literacy is 45.75% and female literacy is 30.96%.