Gongkhar

Gongkhar is a village located in Mukto Circle circle of Tawang district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Mukto (tehsildar office) and 66.5km away from district headquarter Tawang. As per 2009 stats, Gongkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Gongkhar has its own place in the vibrant Tawang region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gongkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gongkhar is 261587. Tawang is nearest town to Gongkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66.5km away.

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Population of Gongkhar

Below is a concise population overview of Gongkhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 545 332 213
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 49 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 430 220 210
Literate Population 241 156 85
Illiterate Population 304 176 128

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gongkhar village:

  • The total population of Gongkhar village is around 545, including approximately 332 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 641 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Gongkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gongkhar village has 430 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gongkhar village is about 44.22%, with male literacy at 46.99% and female literacy at 39.91%.
  • There are around 109 households in Gongkhar village.

Connectivity of Gongkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gongkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Gongkhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gongkhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Gongkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gongkhar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gongkhar

Where is Gongkhar located?
Gongkhar village is situated in Mukto Circle Circle, within the Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gongkhar?
Gongkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gongkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gongkhar is 545, with 332 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Gongkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gongkhar village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gongkhar is 44.22%. The male literacy rate is 46.99%, while the female literacy rate is 39.91%.