Nongkhon - Lekang Mahadevpur Circle, Namsai
Nongkhon is a village situated in the Lekang Mahadevpur Circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Lekang and around 158 km from Tezu. Nongkhon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongkhon is 266630. The village falls under the 792105 pincode.
Nongkhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nongkhon
According to the 2011 Census, Nongkhon village had a total population of 551 people, including 287 males and 264 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.98%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 66.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
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 | 551 | 287 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 250 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 221 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 66 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Nongkhon
Nongkhon 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 Nongkhon
Nongkhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tezu to Nongkhon is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongkhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongkhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nongkhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongkhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nongkhon
Where is Nongkhon located?
Nongkhon village is located in Lekang Mahadevpur Circle Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nongkhon?
Nongkhon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nongkhon?
The pincode of Nongkhon is 792105.
What is the population of Nongkhon?
Nongkhon had a total population of 551, including 287 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Nongkhon?
Nongkhon had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongkhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongkhon was 78.98%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 66.52%.