Doong - Zemithang Circle, Tawang
Doong is a village situated in the Zemithang Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 115 km from New Zamithang and around 96.5 km from Tawang. Muchut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doong is 261386. The village falls under the 790106 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 96.5 km away.
Doong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doong
According to the 2011 Census, Doong village had a total population of 54 people, including 24 males and 30 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.26%, with male literacy at 5.56% and female literacy at 3.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Doong
Doong 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 Doong
Doong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Doong is about 96.5 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doong 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 Doong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doong 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doong
Where is Doong located?
Doong village is located in Zemithang Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doong?
The Gram Panchayat of Doong is Muchut.
What is the pincode of Doong?
The pincode of Doong is 790106.
What is the population of Doong?
Doong had a total population of 54, including 24 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Doong?
Doong had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doong was 4.26%. Male literacy was 5.56% and female literacy was 3.45%.