Gonthung - Thembang Circle, West Kameng
Gonthung is a village situated in the Thembang Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Thembang and around 49 km from Bomdila. Pangma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonthung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonthung is 261707. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Gonthung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gonthung
As per Census 2011, Gonthung village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 25 males and 17 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 680 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonthung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Gonthung
Gonthung 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 Gonthung
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gonthung.
| 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 Gonthung is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Gonthung is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonthung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonthung 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 Gonthung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonthung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonthung
Where is Gonthung located?
Gonthung village is located in Thembang Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonthung?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonthung is Pangma.
What is the pincode of Gonthung?
The pincode of Gonthung is 790101.
What is the population of Gonthung?
Gonthung has a total population of 42, including 25 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Gonthung?
There are 9 households in Gonthung.
What is the literacy rate in Gonthung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonthung is 33.33%. Male literacy is 32.00% and female literacy is 35.29%.