Sasum - Renuk Circle, Changlang
Sasum is a village situated in the Renuk Circle of Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Manmao and around 60 km from Changlang. Renuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasum is 264174. The village falls under the 792056 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Sasum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sasum
As per Census 2011, Sasum village has a total population of 99 people, consisting of 55 males and 44 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sasum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 37 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Sasum
Sasum 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 Sasum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sasum.
| 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 Margherita to Sasum is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Changlang to Sasum is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasum 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 Sasum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasum 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sasum
Where is Sasum located?
Sasum village is located in Renuk Circle Circle, Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sasum?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasum is Renuk.
What is the pincode of Sasum?
The pincode of Sasum is 792056.
What is the population of Sasum?
Sasum has a total population of 99, including 55 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Sasum?
There are 18 households in Sasum.
What is the literacy rate in Sasum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasum is 50.51%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 29.55%.