Thangarkharung - Bongkhar Circle, Tawang
Thangarkharung is a village situated in the Bongkhar Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Bongkhar and around 97 km from Tawang. Kharung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thangarkharung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangarkharung is 261603. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Thangarkharung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thangarkharung
According to the 2011 Census, Thangarkharung village had a total population of 16 people, including 8 males and 8 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 14.29% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Thangarkharung
Thangarkharung 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 Thangarkharung
Thangarkharung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Thangarkharung 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 Thangarkharung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangarkharung 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 Thangarkharung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangarkharung 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 Thangarkharung
Where is Thangarkharung located?
Thangarkharung village is located in Bongkhar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thangarkharung?
The Gram Panchayat of Thangarkharung is Kharung.
What is the pincode of Thangarkharung?
The pincode of Thangarkharung is 790104.
What is the population of Thangarkharung?
Thangarkharung had a total population of 16, including 8 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Thangarkharung?
Thangarkharung had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangarkharung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangarkharung was 20.00%. Male literacy was 14.29% and female literacy was 25.00%.