Aphumna - Chaglagam Circle, Anjaw
Aphumna is a village situated in the Chaglagam Circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Chaglagam and around 123 km from Hawai. Taflagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aphumna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aphumna is 266826. The village falls under the 792104 pincode. Doomdooma is the nearest town, located about 280 km away.
Aphumna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aphumna
According to the 2011 Census, Aphumna village had a total population of 85 people, including 40 males and 45 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.06%, with male literacy at 26.67% and female literacy at 2.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Aphumna
Aphumna 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 Aphumna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Aphumna.
| 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 Doomdooma to Aphumna is about 280 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hawai to Aphumna is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aphumna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aphumna 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 Aphumna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aphumna 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 Aphumna
Where is Aphumna located?
Aphumna village is located in Chaglagam Circle Circle, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aphumna?
The Gram Panchayat of Aphumna is Taflagam.
What is the pincode of Aphumna?
The pincode of Aphumna is 792104.
What is the population of Aphumna?
Aphumna had a total population of 85, including 40 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Aphumna?
Aphumna had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aphumna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aphumna was 14.06%. Male literacy was 26.67% and female literacy was 2.94%.