Khalibok - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Khalibok is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Dirang and around 72 km from Bomdila. Khalibok village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalibok is 261682. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khalibok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khalibok
According to the 2011 Census, Khalibok village had a total population of 169 people, including 80 males and 89 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.40%, with male literacy at 24.24% and female literacy at 22.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 64 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Khalibok
Khalibok 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 Khalibok
Khalibok is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khalibok is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Khalibok is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalibok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalibok 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 Khalibok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalibok 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 Khalibok
Where is Khalibok located?
Khalibok village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalibok?
Khalibok is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalibok?
The pincode of Khalibok is 790101.
What is the population of Khalibok?
Khalibok had a total population of 169, including 80 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Khalibok?
Khalibok had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalibok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalibok was 23.40%. Male literacy was 24.24% and female literacy was 22.67%.