Khorung Village - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Khorung Village is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Dirang and around 39 km from Bomdila. Phadam-sagar-kharung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khorung Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorung Village is 261632. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khorung Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khorung Village
According to the 2011 Census, Khorung Village had a total population of 82 people, including 35 males and 47 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,343 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.85%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 34.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 25 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khorung Village
Khorung Village 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 Khorung Village
Public transport in the Khorung Village 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 Khorung Village is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Khorung Village is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khorung Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorung Village 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 Khorung Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorung Village 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 Khorung Village
Where is Khorung Village located?
Khorung Village village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khorung Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorung Village is Phadam-sagar-kharung.
What is the pincode of Khorung Village?
The pincode of Khorung Village is 790101.
What is the population of Khorung Village?
Khorung Village had a total population of 82, including 35 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Khorung Village?
Khorung Village had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorung Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorung Village was 34.85%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 34.21%.