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
According to the 2011 Census, Gonthung village had a total population of 42 people, including 25 males and 17 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 680 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.84%, with male literacy at 36.36% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 42, including 25 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Gonthung?
Gonthung had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonthung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonthung was 37.84%. Male literacy was 36.36% and female literacy was 40.00%.