Lenka - Balijan Adc, Papum Pare
Lenka is a village situated in the Balijan Adc circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Balijan and around 58 km from Yupia. Lengka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lenka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lenka is 262280. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.5 hectares and falls under the 791123 pincode.
Lenka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lenka
According to the 2011 Census, Lenka village had a total population of 184 people, including 94 males and 90 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 75.31% and female literacy at 51.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 33 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Lenka
Lenka 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 Lenka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lenka.
| 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 Yupia to Lenka is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lenka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lenka 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 Lenka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lenka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lenka
Where is Lenka located?
Lenka village is located in Balijan Adc Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lenka?
The Gram Panchayat of Lenka is Lengka.
What is the pincode of Lenka?
The pincode of Lenka is 791123.
What is the population of Lenka?
Lenka had a total population of 184, including 94 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Lenka?
Lenka had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lenka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lenka was 63.75%. Male literacy was 75.31% and female literacy was 51.90%.