Rigia - Taliha Adc, Upper Subansiri
Rigia is a village situated in the Taliha Adc circle of Upper Subansiri district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Taliha and around 60 km from Daporijo. Eva-i (a) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rigia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rigia is 262961. The village falls under the 791122 pincode.
Rigia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rigia
According to the 2011 Census, Rigia village had a total population of 399 people, including 204 males and 195 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.22%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 57.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
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 | 399 | 204 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 204 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 138 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 66 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Rigia
Rigia 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 Rigia
Rigia 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 Daporijo to Rigia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rigia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rigia 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 Rigia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rigia 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 Rigia
Where is Rigia located?
Rigia village is located in Taliha Adc Circle, Upper Subansiri district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rigia?
The Gram Panchayat of Rigia is Eva-i (a).
What is the pincode of Rigia?
The pincode of Rigia is 791122.
What is the population of Rigia?
Rigia had a total population of 399, including 204 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Rigia?
Rigia had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rigia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rigia was 66.22%. Male literacy was 74.59% and female literacy was 57.98%.