Kharungmet - Bongkhar Circle, Tawang
Kharungmet 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 Kharungmet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharungmet is 261602. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Kharungmet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharungmet
According to the 2011 Census, Kharungmet village had a total population of 18 people, including 10 males and 8 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 10 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kharungmet
Kharungmet 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 Kharungmet
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kharungmet.
| 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 Kharungmet 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 Kharungmet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharungmet 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 Kharungmet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharungmet 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 Kharungmet
Where is Kharungmet located?
Kharungmet village is located in Bongkhar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharungmet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharungmet is Kharung.
What is the pincode of Kharungmet?
The pincode of Kharungmet is 790104.
What is the population of Kharungmet?
Kharungmet had a total population of 18, including 10 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Kharungmet?
Kharungmet had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharungmet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharungmet was 37.50%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 25.00%.