Tageng - Jengging Circle, Upper Siang
Tageng is a village situated in the Jengging Circle of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Jengging and around 20 km from Yingkiong. Karko Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tageng village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tageng is 263995. The village falls under the 791002 pincode. Jengging is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tageng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tageng
According to the 2011 Census, Tageng village had a total population of 33 people, including 21 males and 12 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 571 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.88%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Tageng
Tageng 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 Tageng
Tageng is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jengging to Tageng is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yingkiong to Tageng is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tageng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tageng 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 Tageng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tageng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tageng
Where is Tageng located?
Tageng village is located in Jengging Circle Circle, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tageng?
The Gram Panchayat of Tageng is Karko Lower.
What is the pincode of Tageng?
The pincode of Tageng is 791002.
What is the population of Tageng?
Tageng had a total population of 33, including 21 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Tageng?
Tageng had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tageng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tageng was 46.88%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 27.27%.