Lonka Village - Chongkham Eac, Namsai
Lonka Village is a village situated in the Chongkham Eac circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chongkham and around 115 km from Tezu. Kherem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lonka Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lonka Village is 266528. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Lonka Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lonka Village
According to the 2011 Census, Lonka Village had a total population of 23 people, including 12 males and 11 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Lonka Village
Lonka Village 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 Lonka Village
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lonka 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 Namsai to Lonka Village is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Lonka Village is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lonka Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lonka Village 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 Lonka Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lonka Village 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lonka Village
Where is Lonka Village located?
Lonka Village village is located in Chongkham Eac Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lonka Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Lonka Village is Kherem.
What is the pincode of Lonka Village?
The pincode of Lonka Village is 792102.
What is the population of Lonka Village?
Lonka Village had a total population of 23, including 12 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Lonka Village?
Lonka Village had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lonka Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lonka Village was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.