Lekang - Mengio Eac, Papum Pare
Lekang is a village situated in the Mengio Eac circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Sakiang and around 151 km from Yupia. Sakiang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lekang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lekang is 262711. The village falls under the 791119 pincode.
Lekang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lekang
As per Census 2011, Lekang village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 48 males and 52 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lekang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Lekang
Lekang 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 Lekang
Lekang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Yupia to Lekang is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lekang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lekang 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 Lekang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lekang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lekang
Where is Lekang located?
Lekang village is located in Mengio Eac Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lekang?
The Gram Panchayat of Lekang is Sakiang.
What is the pincode of Lekang?
The pincode of Lekang is 791119.
What is the population of Lekang?
Lekang has a total population of 100, including 48 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Lekang?
There are 16 households in Lekang.
What is the literacy rate in Lekang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekang is 53.00%. Male literacy is 54.17% and female literacy is 51.92%.