Chandar - Thembang Circle, West Kameng
Chandar is a village situated in the Thembang Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Thembang and around 51 km from Bomdila. Pangma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandar is 261710. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Chandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandar
According to the 2011 Census, Chandar village had a total population of 108 people, including 49 males and 59 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.75%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Chandar
Chandar 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 Chandar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chandar.
| 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 Dirang to Chandar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Chandar is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandar 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 Chandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandar 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 Chandar
Where is Chandar located?
Chandar village is located in Thembang Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandar is Pangma.
What is the pincode of Chandar?
The pincode of Chandar is 790101.
What is the population of Chandar?
Chandar had a total population of 108, including 49 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Chandar?
Chandar had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandar was 52.75%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 48.98%.