Cherrong - Thembang Circle, West Kameng
Cherrong is a village situated in the Thembang Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Thembang and around 42 km from Bomdila. Pangma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherrong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherrong is 261704. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Cherrong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cherrong
According to the 2011 Census, Cherrong village had a total population of 91 people, including 53 males and 38 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 717 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.27%, with male literacy at 29.17% and female literacy at 29.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 39 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Cherrong
Cherrong 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 Cherrong
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Cherrong.
| 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 Cherrong is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Cherrong is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherrong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherrong 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 Cherrong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherrong 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 Cherrong
Where is Cherrong located?
Cherrong village is located in Thembang Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherrong?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherrong is Pangma.
What is the pincode of Cherrong?
The pincode of Cherrong is 790101.
What is the population of Cherrong?
Cherrong had a total population of 91, including 53 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Cherrong?
Cherrong had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherrong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherrong was 29.27%. Male literacy was 29.17% and female literacy was 29.41%.