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
According to the 2011 Census, Longkai village had a total population of 794 people, including 400 males and 394 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.32%, with male literacy at 50.27% and female literacy at 35.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 787.
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 | 794 | 400 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 36 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 794, including 400 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Longkai?
Longkai had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longkai was 43.32%. Male literacy was 50.27% and female literacy was 35.88%.