Chingi - Kalaktang Adc, West Kameng
Chingi is a village situated in the Kalaktang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Kalaktang and around 115 km from Bomdila. Chingi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingi is 261748. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 790002 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Chingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chingi
According to the 2011 Census, Chingi village had a total population of 211 people, including 99 males and 112 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 71.25% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 211 | 99 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 97 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 42 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Chingi
Chingi 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 Chingi
Chingi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bomdila to Chingi is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingi 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 Chingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chingi
Where is Chingi located?
Chingi village is located in Kalaktang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chingi?
Chingi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chingi?
The pincode of Chingi is 790002.
What is the population of Chingi?
Chingi had a total population of 211, including 99 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Chingi?
Chingi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingi was 61.76%. Male literacy was 71.25% and female literacy was 53.33%.