Dowangba - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Dowangba is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Dirang and around 43 km from Bomdila. Phadam-sagar-kharung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dowangba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dowangba is 261622. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dowangba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dowangba
According to the 2011 Census, Dowangba village had a total population of 88 people, including 45 males and 43 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.03%, with male literacy at 39.47% and female literacy at 11.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dowangba
Dowangba 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 Dowangba
Public transport in the Dowangba is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dirang Hq to Dowangba is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Dowangba is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dowangba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dowangba 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 Dowangba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dowangba 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 Dowangba
Where is Dowangba located?
Dowangba village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dowangba?
The Gram Panchayat of Dowangba is Phadam-sagar-kharung.
What is the pincode of Dowangba?
The pincode of Dowangba is 790101.
What is the population of Dowangba?
Dowangba had a total population of 88, including 45 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Dowangba?
Dowangba had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dowangba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dowangba was 26.03%. Male literacy was 39.47% and female literacy was 11.43%.