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
According to the 2011 Census, Yortung village had a total population of 118 people, including 66 males and 52 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 118, including 66 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Yortung?
Yortung had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yortung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yortung was 67.65%. Male literacy was 72.41% and female literacy was 61.36%.