Shakti - Zemithang Circle, Tawang
Shakti is a village situated in the Zemithang Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from New Zemithang and around 73 km from Tawang. Shakti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakti is 261394. The village falls under the 790106 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Shakti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shakti
According to the 2011 Census, Shakti village had a total population of 370 people, including 168 males and 202 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.43%, with male literacy at 23.14% and female literacy at 23.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 369.
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 | 370 | 168 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 167 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 140 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Shakti
Shakti 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 Shakti
Shakti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shakti is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakti 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 Shakti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shakti
Where is Shakti located?
Shakti village is located in Zemithang Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shakti?
Shakti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakti?
The pincode of Shakti is 790106.
What is the population of Shakti?
Shakti had a total population of 370, including 168 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Shakti?
Shakti had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakti was 23.43%. Male literacy was 23.14% and female literacy was 23.64%.