Yortung - Singa Circle, Upper Siang
Yortung is a village situated in the Singa Circle of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Singa and around 284 km from Yingkiong. Nyukong-payindem-yortung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yortung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yortung is 263966. The village falls under the 791105 pincode.
Yortung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yortung
As per Census 2011, Yortung village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 66 males and 52 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 787 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yortung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Yortung
Yortung 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 Yortung
Yortung 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 Yingkiong to Yortung is about 284 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yortung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yortung 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 Yortung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yortung 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yortung
Where is Yortung located?
Yortung village is located in Singa Circle Circle, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yortung?
The Gram Panchayat of Yortung is Nyukong-payindem-yortung.
What is the pincode of Yortung?
The pincode of Yortung is 791105.
What is the population of Yortung?
Yortung has a total population of 118, including 66 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Yortung?
There are 14 households in Yortung.
What is the literacy rate in Yortung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yortung is 58.47%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 51.92%.