Lower Nginu - Wakka Sdo, Longding
Lower Nginu is a village situated in the Wakka Sdo circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Wakka and around 53 km from Khonsa. Nginu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lower Nginu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Nginu is 264564. The village falls under the 792131 pincode. Wakka is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lower Nginu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lower Nginu
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Nginu village had a total population of 1,459 people, including 759 males and 700 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.69%, with male literacy at 35.04% and female literacy at 19.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,452.
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 | 1,459 | 759 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 191 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,452 | 755 | 697 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 199 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,155 | 560 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Nginu
Lower Nginu 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 Lower Nginu
Lower Nginu 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 Wakka to Lower Nginu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khonsa to Lower Nginu is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Nginu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Nginu 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 Lower Nginu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Nginu 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 Lower Nginu
Where is Lower Nginu located?
Lower Nginu village is located in Wakka Sdo Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lower Nginu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lower Nginu is Nginu.
What is the pincode of Lower Nginu?
The pincode of Lower Nginu is 792131.
What is the population of Lower Nginu?
Lower Nginu had a total population of 1,459, including 759 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Lower Nginu?
Lower Nginu had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Nginu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Nginu was 27.69%. Male literacy was 35.04% and female literacy was 19.81%.