Shurbin - Dudunghar Circle, Tawang
Shurbin is a village situated in the Dudunghar Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Dudunghar and around 120 km from Tawang. Muktur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shurbin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shurbin is 261442. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 117 km away.
Shurbin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shurbin
According to the 2011 Census, Shurbin village had a total population of 53 people, including 22 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,409 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.30%, with male literacy at 14.29% and female literacy at 4.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 1 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Shurbin
Shurbin 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 Shurbin
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shurbin.
| 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 Shurbin is about 117 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tawang to Shurbin is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shurbin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shurbin 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 Shurbin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shurbin 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 Shurbin
Where is Shurbin located?
Shurbin village is located in Dudunghar Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shurbin?
The Gram Panchayat of Shurbin is Muktur.
What is the pincode of Shurbin?
The pincode of Shurbin is 790104.
What is the population of Shurbin?
Shurbin had a total population of 53, including 22 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Shurbin?
Shurbin had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shurbin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shurbin was 9.30%. Male literacy was 14.29% and female literacy was 4.55%.