Samphung - Kalaktang Adc, West Kameng
Samphung is a village situated in the Kalaktang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Kalaktang and around 95 km from Bomdila. Samphung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samphung is 261768. The village falls under the 790002 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Samphung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samphung
According to the 2011 Census, Samphung village had a total population of 154 people, including 79 males and 75 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.19%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 63.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Samphung
Samphung 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 Samphung
Samphung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Samphung is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samphung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samphung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samphung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samphung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Samphung
Where is Samphung located?
Samphung village is located in Kalaktang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samphung?
Samphung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samphung?
The pincode of Samphung is 790002.
What is the population of Samphung?
Samphung had a total population of 154, including 79 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Samphung?
Samphung had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samphung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samphung was 75.19%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 63.08%.