Yatdam
Yatdam is a Town and Circle in Changlang District of Arunachal Pradesh. In India, a circle is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Yatdam Block (CD) is 01670. The total area of Yatdam Circle is 91 km². Yatdam has a sex ratio of approximately 894 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Yatdam Circle
Yatdam Circle has a total of 20 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Yatdam Circle, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Changra | Changra | Changlang (52 km) |
| 2 | Co Hqtrs | N/A | Yatdam |
| 3 | Datkan | Kangkho | Changlang (36 km) |
| 4 | Hatongchu | N/A | Changlang (7 km) |
| 5 | Jongphohate | Jongphohate | Changlang (15 km) |
| 6 | Jongrom | Yangkang | Changlang (19 km) |
| 7 | Kangkho | Kangkho | Changlang (34 km) |
| 8 | Kanglah | N/A | Changlang (32 km) |
| 9 | Motong | N/A | Changlang (48 km) |
| 10 | Nakang | Yangkang | Changlang (34 km) |
| 11 | New Sumlam | Sabban | Changlang (7 km) |
| 12 | Phangtip | N/A | Changlang (6 km) |
| 13 | Phungsa | Changra | Changlang (53 km) |
| 14 | Saban | N/A | Changlang (12 km) |
| 15 | Sakhethong | N/A | Changlang (10 km) |
| 16 | Simnom | N/A | Changlang (4 km) |
| 17 | Sumlam | N/A | Changlang (51 km) |
| 18 | Thamiyang | Kangkho | Changlang (39 km) |
| 19 | Wotlom | N/A | Changlang (29 km) |
| 20 | Yankang | Yangkang | Changlang (15 km) |
Population of Yatdam Circle
The population profile of Yatdam Circle offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Yatdam Circle's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,793 | 2,793 | N/A |
| Male Population | 1,474 | 1,474 | N/A |
| Female Population | 1,319 | 1,319 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 527 | 527 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 254 | 254 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 273 | 273 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 1,116 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 716 | 716 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 400 | 400 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 1,677 | 1,677 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 758 | 758 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 919 | 919 | N/A |
| Total Households | 496 | 496 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 2,793 people. Includes nearly 1,474 males and 1,319 females. Rural population is about 2,793 people.
- There are around 527 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 254 boys and 273 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,116 people. Non-literate population is around 1,677 people.
- There are nearly 496 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Yatdam Circle, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,767 | 2,767 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,455 | 1,455 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,312 | 1,312 | N/A |
| Population Density | 31 / km² | 31 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Yatdam Circle is about 2,767 people, including 1,455 males and 1,312 females. Around 2,767 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 31 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 31 people per sq. km.