Rahung - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Rahung is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Dirang and around 23 km from Bomdila. Rahung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahung is 261686. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Rahung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rahung
According to the 2011 Census, Rahung village had a total population of 57 people, including 31 males and 26 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.00%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Rahung
Rahung 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 Rahung
Rahung 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 Rahung is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Rahung is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahung 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 Rahung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahung 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 Rahung
Where is Rahung located?
Rahung village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rahung?
Rahung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rahung?
The pincode of Rahung is 790101.
What is the population of Rahung?
Rahung had a total population of 57, including 31 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Rahung?
Rahung had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahung was 54.00%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 33.33%.