Pangma - Thembang Circle, West Kameng
Pangma is a village situated in the Thembang Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Thembang and around 50 km from Bomdila. Pangma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangma is 261706. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pangma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pangma
According to the 2011 Census, Pangma village had a total population of 69 people, including 30 males and 39 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Pangma
Pangma 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 Pangma
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pangma.
| 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 Pangma is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Pangma is about 50 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 Pangma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangma 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pangma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pangma
Where is Pangma located?
Pangma village is located in Thembang Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangma?
Pangma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pangma?
The pincode of Pangma is 790101.
What is the population of Pangma?
Pangma had a total population of 69, including 30 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Pangma?
Pangma had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pangma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangma was 61.29%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 61.11%.