Bomja - Bongkhar Circle, Tawang
Bomja is a village situated in the Bongkhar Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Bongkhar and around 50 km from Tawang. Bomja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bomja is 261605. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bomja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bomja
According to the 2011 Census, Bomja village had a total population of 259 people, including 112 males and 147 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.81%, with male literacy at 34.88% and female literacy at 43.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 259 | 112 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 108 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 30 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Bomja
Bomja 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 Bomja
Bomja 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 Tawang to Bomja is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bomja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bomja 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 Bomja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bomja 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 Bomja
Where is Bomja located?
Bomja village is located in Bongkhar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bomja?
Bomja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bomja?
The pincode of Bomja is 790104.
What is the population of Bomja?
Bomja had a total population of 259, including 112 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Bomja?
Bomja had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bomja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bomja was 39.81%. Male literacy was 34.88% and female literacy was 43.33%.