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
As per Census 2011, Khorung Village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 35 males and 47 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,342 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khorung Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 82, including 35 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Khorung Village?
There are 18 households in Khorung Village.
What is the literacy rate in Khorung Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorung Village is 28.05%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 27.66%.