Painaktang - Balemu Circle, West Kameng
Painaktang is a village situated in the Balemu Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. Painaktang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painaktang is 261887. The village falls under the 790001 pincode. Udalguri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Painaktang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Painaktang
According to the 2011 Census, Painaktang village had a total population of 188 people, including 96 males and 92 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.13%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 46 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Painaktang
Painaktang 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 Painaktang
Painaktang 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 5-10 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 Udalguri to Painaktang is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painaktang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painaktang 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 Painaktang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painaktang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Painaktang
Where is Painaktang located?
Painaktang village is located in Balemu Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Painaktang?
Painaktang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Painaktang?
The pincode of Painaktang is 790001.
What is the population of Painaktang?
Painaktang had a total population of 188, including 96 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Painaktang?
Painaktang had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painaktang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painaktang was 65.13%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 63.64%.