Kalaktang
Kalaktang is a Town and Circle in West Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kalaktang Block (CD) is 01570. The total area of Kalaktang Circle is 775 km². Kalaktang has a sex ratio of approximately 965 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kalaktang Circle
Kalaktang Circle has a total of 24 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kalaktang Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 700 Chain Pwd Labour Camp | N/A | Rupa (94 km) |
| 2 | 900 Chain Pwd Labour Camp | N/A | Rupa (94 km) |
| 3 | Ankalin Pwd Rwd Labour Camp | N/A | Rupa (90 km) |
| 4 | Ankalin Village | Angkaling | Rupa (94 km) |
| 5 | Betchilling | Lungdur | Kalaktang |
| 6 | Boha | Boha | Rupa (98 km) |
| 7 | Brokpalangchen | Liphakpu | Rupa (97 km) |
| 8 | Chingi | Chingi | Bomdila (115 km) |
| 9 | Dengzi | Denzi | Rupa (85 km) |
| 10 | Domkho | Domkho | Bomdila (76 km) |
| 11 | Kalaktang H Q | Kalaktang | Rupa (82 km) |
| 12 | Kalaktang Village | Kalaktang | Rupa (80 km) |
| 13 | Kamallangchen | Kalaktang | Bomdila (88 km) |
| 14 | Lazala Gompa | N/A | Bomdila (88 km) |
| 15 | Liphakpu | Liphakpu | Rupa (97 km) |
| 16 | Lungdur | Lungdur | Kalaktang |
| 17 | Morshing | Morsing | Bomdila (80 km) |
| 18 | Rongthangjurpam | Rangthajorpam | Rupa (94 km) |
| 19 | Samphung | Kalaktang | Bomdila (95 km) |
| 20 | Samteng | N/A | Rupa (49 km) |
| 21 | Sanglem | N/A | Bomdila (83 km) |
| 22 | Sumdrung | Warrangpam Samdrung | Bomdila (131 km) |
| 23 | Warrangpam | Warrangpam Samdrung | Bomdila (125 km) |
| 24 | Weizer | Denzi | Rupa (84 km) |
Population of Kalaktang Circle
The population profile of Kalaktang Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kalaktang Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,622 | 6,622 | N/A |
| Male Population | 3,369 | 3,369 | N/A |
| Female Population | 3,253 | 3,253 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,112 | 1,112 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 591 | 591 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 521 | 521 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,325 | 3,325 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,816 | 1,816 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 1,509 | 1,509 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 3,297 | 3,297 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,553 | 1,553 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,744 | 1,744 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,529 | 1,529 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 6,622 people. Includes nearly 3,369 males and 3,253 females. Rural population is about 6,622 people.
- There are around 1,112 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 591 boys and 521 girls.
- Literate population is about 3,325 people. Non-literate population is around 3,297 people.
- There are nearly 1,529 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kalaktang Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,959 | 4,959 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,417 | 2,417 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,542 | 2,542 | N/A |
| Population Density | 9 / km² | 9 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kalaktang Circle is about 4,959 people, including 2,417 males and 2,542 females. Around 4,959 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 9 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 9 people per sq. km.