Challengdung - Dudunghar Circle, Tawang
Challengdung is a village situated in the Dudunghar Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Dudunghar and around 82 km from Tawang. Loudung-challengdung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challengdung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challengdung is 261428. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Challengdung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challengdung
As per Census 2011, Challengdung village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 51 males and 62 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Challengdung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 42 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Challengdung
Challengdung 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 Challengdung
Challengdung 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 >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 Challengdung is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challengdung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challengdung 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 Challengdung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challengdung 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Challengdung
Where is Challengdung located?
Challengdung village is located in Dudunghar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challengdung?
The Gram Panchayat of Challengdung is Loudung-challengdung.
What is the pincode of Challengdung?
The pincode of Challengdung is 790104.
What is the population of Challengdung?
Challengdung has a total population of 113, including 51 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Challengdung?
There are 26 households in Challengdung.
What is the literacy rate in Challengdung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challengdung is 10.62%. Male literacy is 15.69% and female literacy is 6.45%.