Saddle - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Saddle is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Nafra and around 44 km from Bomdila. Saddle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saddle is 261739. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Saddle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saddle
According to the 2011 Census, Saddle village had a total population of 225 people, including 114 males and 111 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 56.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 107 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Saddle
Saddle 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 Saddle
Saddle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bomdila to Saddle is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saddle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saddle 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 Saddle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saddle 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saddle
Where is Saddle located?
Saddle village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saddle?
Saddle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saddle?
The pincode of Saddle is 790001.
What is the population of Saddle?
Saddle had a total population of 225, including 114 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Saddle?
Saddle had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saddle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saddle was 65.78%. Male literacy was 74.23% and female literacy was 56.67%.