Mankao - Chongkham Eac, Namsai
Mankao is a village situated in the Chongkham Eac circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chongkham and around 87 km from Tezu. Mankao village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankao is 266504. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mankao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mankao
According to the 2011 Census, Mankao village had a total population of 167 people, including 89 males and 78 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 68.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Mankao
Mankao 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 Mankao
Mankao is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Namsai to Mankao is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Mankao is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankao 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 Mankao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankao 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mankao
Where is Mankao located?
Mankao village is located in Chongkham Eac Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mankao?
Mankao is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mankao?
The pincode of Mankao is 792102.
What is the population of Mankao?
Mankao had a total population of 167, including 89 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Mankao?
Mankao had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mankao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankao was 77.04%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 68.66%.