Nongtaw Shyam - Piyong Circle, Namsai
Nongtaw Shyam is a village situated in the Piyong Circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Namsai and around 212 km from Tezu. Nongtaw-shyam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nongtaw Shyam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongtaw Shyam is 266605. The village falls under the 792103 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Nongtaw Shyam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nongtaw Shyam
According to the 2011 Census, Nongtaw Shyam village had a total population of 338 people, including 181 males and 157 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.28%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 82.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 338 | 181 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 142 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 140 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 41 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Nongtaw Shyam
Nongtaw Shyam 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 Nongtaw Shyam
Nongtaw Shyam 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 >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 Nongtaw Shyam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Nongtaw Shyam is about 212 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongtaw Shyam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongtaw Shyam 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 Nongtaw Shyam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongtaw Shyam 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 Nongtaw Shyam
Where is Nongtaw Shyam located?
Nongtaw Shyam village is located in Piyong Circle Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nongtaw Shyam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nongtaw Shyam is Nongtaw-shyam.
What is the pincode of Nongtaw Shyam?
The pincode of Nongtaw Shyam is 792103.
What is the population of Nongtaw Shyam?
Nongtaw Shyam had a total population of 338, including 181 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Nongtaw Shyam?
Nongtaw Shyam had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongtaw Shyam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongtaw Shyam was 87.28%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 82.95%.