Dorkarong - Dudunghar Circle, Tawang
Dorkarong is a village situated in the Dudunghar Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Dudunghar and around 87.2 km from Tawang. Sanghar-namtsering serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dorkarong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorkarong is 261437. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 87.2 km away.
Dorkarong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dorkarong
According to the 2011 Census, Dorkarong village had a total population of 71 people, including 41 males and 30 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 732 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.51%, with male literacy at 35.14% and female literacy at 20.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 28 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dorkarong
Dorkarong 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 Dorkarong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dorkarong.
| 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 Dorkarong is about 87.2 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dorkarong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorkarong 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 Dorkarong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorkarong 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 Dorkarong
Where is Dorkarong located?
Dorkarong village is located in Dudunghar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dorkarong?
The Gram Panchayat of Dorkarong is Sanghar-namtsering.
What is the pincode of Dorkarong?
The pincode of Dorkarong is 790104.
What is the population of Dorkarong?
Dorkarong had a total population of 71, including 41 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Dorkarong?
Dorkarong had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dorkarong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorkarong was 29.51%. Male literacy was 35.14% and female literacy was 20.83%.