Brokpalangchen - Kalaktang Adc, West Kameng
Brokpalangchen is a village situated in the Kalaktang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Kalaktang and around 120 km from Bomdila. Liphakpu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brokpalangchen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brokpalangchen is 261751. The village falls under the 790002 pincode. Rupa is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Brokpalangchen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Brokpalangchen
According to the 2011 Census, Brokpalangchen village had a total population of 144 people, including 61 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,361 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.09%, with male literacy at 31.91% and female literacy at 9.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 144 | 61 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 61 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 46 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Brokpalangchen
Brokpalangchen 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 Brokpalangchen
Brokpalangchen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rupa to Brokpalangchen is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Brokpalangchen is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brokpalangchen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brokpalangchen 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 Brokpalangchen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brokpalangchen 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 Brokpalangchen
Where is Brokpalangchen located?
Brokpalangchen village is located in Kalaktang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brokpalangchen?
The Gram Panchayat of Brokpalangchen is Liphakpu.
What is the pincode of Brokpalangchen?
The pincode of Brokpalangchen is 790002.
What is the population of Brokpalangchen?
Brokpalangchen had a total population of 144, including 61 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Brokpalangchen?
Brokpalangchen had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brokpalangchen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brokpalangchen was 19.09%. Male literacy was 31.91% and female literacy was 9.52%.