Turung - Roing Hq, Lower Dibang Valley
Turung is a village situated in the Roing Hq circle of Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Roing and around 20 km from Roing. Jia-iii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turung is 266228. The village falls under the 792110 pincode.
Turung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turung
According to the 2011 Census, Turung village had a total population of 299 people, including 139 males and 160 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.43%, with male literacy at 68.38% and female literacy at 51.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 299 | 139 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 70 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Turung
Turung 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 Turung
Turung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Roing to Turung is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turung 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 Turung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turung
Where is Turung located?
Turung village is located in Roing Hq Circle, Lower Dibang Valley district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turung?
The Gram Panchayat of Turung is Jia-iii.
What is the pincode of Turung?
The pincode of Turung is 792110.
What is the population of Turung?
Turung had a total population of 299, including 139 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Turung?
Turung had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turung was 59.43%. Male literacy was 68.38% and female literacy was 51.18%.