Challan

Challan is a village located in Nafra circle of West Kameng district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Nafra (tehsildar office) and 121km away from district headquarter Bomdila.

Challan has its own place in the vibrant West Kameng region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Challan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Challan is 261717. Bomdila is nearest town to Challan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 121km away.

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Population of Challan

Below is a concise population overview of Challan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 213 101 112
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 12 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 212 100 112
Literate Population 77 41 36
Illiterate Population 136 60 76

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Challan village:

  • The total population of Challan village is around 213, including approximately 101 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 1108 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Challan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Challan village has 212 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Challan village is about 36.15%, with male literacy at 40.59% and female literacy at 32.14%.
  • There are around 28 households in Challan village.

Connectivity of Challan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Challan. As per the 2011 stats, Challan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Challan

Knowing the nearby villages of Challan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Challan.

Longtin Upper Dzang Janaching Sabang West Sachung Khazalang Najangpong Lapusa Nijung Khellong Sanchipam

Frequently Asked Questions about Challan

Where is Challan located?
Challan village is situated in Nafra Circle, within the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the population of Challan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Challan is 213, with 101 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Challan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Challan village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Challan is 36.15%. The male literacy rate is 40.59%, while the female literacy rate is 32.14%.