Mengkeng Khamti - Piyong Circle, Namsai
Mengkeng Khamti is a village situated in the Piyong Circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Namsai and around 202 km from Tezu. Lekang-khamti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mengkeng Khamti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mengkeng Khamti is 266589. The village falls under the 792103 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mengkeng Khamti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mengkeng Khamti
According to the 2011 Census, Mengkeng Khamti village had a total population of 230 people, including 114 males and 116 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.59%, with male literacy at 52.33% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 230 | 114 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Mengkeng Khamti
Mengkeng Khamti 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 Mengkeng Khamti
Mengkeng Khamti 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 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 Namsai to Mengkeng Khamti is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Mengkeng Khamti is about 202 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mengkeng Khamti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mengkeng Khamti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mengkeng Khamti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mengkeng Khamti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mengkeng Khamti
Where is Mengkeng Khamti located?
Mengkeng Khamti village is located in Piyong Circle Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mengkeng Khamti?
The Gram Panchayat of Mengkeng Khamti is Lekang-khamti.
What is the pincode of Mengkeng Khamti?
The pincode of Mengkeng Khamti is 792103.
What is the population of Mengkeng Khamti?
Mengkeng Khamti had a total population of 230, including 114 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Mengkeng Khamti?
Mengkeng Khamti had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mengkeng Khamti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mengkeng Khamti was 50.59%. Male literacy was 52.33% and female literacy was 48.81%.