Dirang Village - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Dirang Village is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Dirang and around 47 km from Bomdila. Dirang Village village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dirang Village is 261612. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dirang Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dirang Village
According to the 2011 Census, Dirang Village had a total population of 2,317 people, including 1,584 males and 733 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 463 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.18%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 55.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,097.
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 | 2,317 | 1,584 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,097 | 536 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 1,599 | 1,251 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 333 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Dirang Village
Dirang 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 Dirang Village
Public transport in the Dirang 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 to Dirang Village is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Dirang Village is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dirang Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dirang 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 Dirang 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 Dirang 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 Dirang Village
Where is Dirang Village located?
Dirang Village village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dirang Village?
Dirang Village is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dirang Village?
The pincode of Dirang Village is 790101.
What is the population of Dirang Village?
Dirang Village had a total population of 2,317, including 1,584 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Dirang Village?
Dirang Village had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dirang Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dirang Village was 76.18%. Male literacy was 84.81% and female literacy was 55.77%.