Urgkhar - Tawang Hq, Tawang
Urgkhar is a village situated in the Tawang Hq circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Tawang and around 11 km from Tawang. Lemberdung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urgkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urgkhar is 261500. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Urgkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urgkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Urgkhar village had a total population of 66 people, including 35 males and 31 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.14%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Urgkhar
Urgkhar 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 Urgkhar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Urgkhar. Urgkhar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tawang to Urgkhar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urgkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urgkhar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Urgkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urgkhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urgkhar
Where is Urgkhar located?
Urgkhar village is located in Tawang Hq Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urgkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Urgkhar is Lemberdung.
What is the pincode of Urgkhar?
The pincode of Urgkhar is 790104.
What is the population of Urgkhar?
Urgkhar had a total population of 66, including 35 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Urgkhar?
Urgkhar had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urgkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urgkhar was 56.14%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 59.26%.