Nokfan - Lawnu Circle, Longding
Nokfan is a village situated in the Lawnu Circle of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Lawnu and around 105 km from Khonsa. Nokfan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nokfan is 264521. The village falls under the 792131 pincode.
Nokfan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nokfan
According to the 2011 Census, Nokfan village had a total population of 331 people, including 166 males and 165 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.66%, with male literacy at 45.74% and female literacy at 17.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 59 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 107 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Nokfan
Nokfan 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 Nokfan
Nokfan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khonsa to Nokfan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nokfan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nokfan 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 Nokfan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nokfan 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 Nokfan
Where is Nokfan located?
Nokfan village is located in Lawnu Circle Circle, Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nokfan?
Nokfan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nokfan?
The pincode of Nokfan is 792131.
What is the population of Nokfan?
Nokfan had a total population of 331, including 166 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Nokfan?
Nokfan had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nokfan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nokfan was 31.66%. Male literacy was 45.74% and female literacy was 17.69%.