New Kerang - Kaying Eac, Siang
New Kerang is a village situated in the Kaying Eac circle of Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Kaying and around 36 km from Aalo. Kerang-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for New Kerang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Kerang is 263457. The village falls under the 791001 pincode.
New Kerang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of New Kerang
According to the 2011 Census, New Kerang village had a total population of 409 people, including 213 males and 196 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.28%, with male literacy at 78.65% and female literacy at 71.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 409 | 213 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 206 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 73 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of New Kerang
New Kerang 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 New Kerang
New Kerang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Aalo to New Kerang is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Kerang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Kerang 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in New Kerang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Kerang 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 New Kerang
Where is New Kerang located?
New Kerang village is located in Kaying Eac Circle, Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of New Kerang?
The Gram Panchayat of New Kerang is Kerang-ii.
What is the pincode of New Kerang?
The pincode of New Kerang is 791001.
What is the population of New Kerang?
New Kerang had a total population of 409, including 213 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in New Kerang?
New Kerang had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Kerang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Kerang was 75.28%. Male literacy was 78.65% and female literacy was 71.84%.