Kharungdong - Bongkhar Circle, Tawang
Kharungdong is a village situated in the Bongkhar Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Bongkhar and around 97 km from Tawang. Kharung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharungdong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharungdong is 261604. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Kharungdong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharungdong
According to the 2011 Census, Kharungdong village had a total population of 18 people, including 9 males and 9 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kharungdong
Kharungdong 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 Kharungdong
Kharungdong 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 Kharungdong is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharungdong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharungdong 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 Kharungdong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharungdong 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 Kharungdong
Where is Kharungdong located?
Kharungdong village is located in Bongkhar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharungdong?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharungdong is Kharung.
What is the pincode of Kharungdong?
The pincode of Kharungdong is 790104.
What is the population of Kharungdong?
Kharungdong had a total population of 18, including 9 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Kharungdong?
Kharungdong had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharungdong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharungdong was 50.00%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 44.44%.