Rikung

Rikung is a village located in Chetam circle of Upper Subansiri district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Chetam (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Daporijo. As per 2009 stats, Sippi Ii is the gram panchayat of Rikung village.

Rikung has its own place in the vibrant Upper Subansiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rikung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rikung is 263087. Chetam is nearest town to Rikung village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rikung

Below is a concise population overview of Rikung as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 148 85 63
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 17 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 148 85 63
Literate Population 42 28 14
Illiterate Population 106 57 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rikung village:

  • The total population of Rikung village is around 148, including approximately 85 males and 63 females, with a sex ratio of 741 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Rikung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rikung village has 148 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rikung village is about 28.38%, with male literacy at 32.94% and female literacy at 22.22%.
  • There are around 30 households in Rikung village.

Connectivity of Rikung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rikung. As per the 2011 stats, Rikung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rikung

Knowing the nearby villages of Rikung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rikung.

Lokarijo Raha Village Hengnedoku Lokar Rijo Nilling Dabu Hanju Goha Lomi Lote Hina

Frequently Asked Questions about Rikung

Where is Rikung located?
Rikung village is situated in Chetam Circle, within the Upper Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rikung?
The Gram Panchayat of Rikung is Sippi Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Rikung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rikung is 148, with 85 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Rikung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rikung village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rikung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rikung is 28.38%. The male literacy rate is 32.94%, while the female literacy rate is 22.22%.