Domkho - Kalaktang Adc, West Kameng
Domkho is a village situated in the Kalaktang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Kalaktang and around 76 km from Bomdila. Domkho village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Domkho is 261763. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 790002 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Domkho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Domkho
According to the 2011 Census, Domkho village had a total population of 283 people, including 142 males and 141 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.81%, with male literacy at 63.71% and female literacy at 51.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 63 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Domkho
Domkho 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 Domkho
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Domkho.
| 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 Bomdila to Domkho is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Domkho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Domkho 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 Domkho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Domkho 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 Domkho
Where is Domkho located?
Domkho village is located in Kalaktang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Domkho?
Domkho is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Domkho?
The pincode of Domkho is 790002.
What is the population of Domkho?
Domkho had a total population of 283, including 142 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Domkho?
Domkho had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Domkho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Domkho was 57.81%. Male literacy was 63.71% and female literacy was 51.33%.