Rigom - Pipu Dipu Circle, East Kameng
Rigom is a village situated in the Pipu Dipu Circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Pipu-dipu and around 59 km from Seppa. Harinablam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rigom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rigom is 262136. The village falls under the 790102 pincode.
Rigom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rigom
According to the 2011 Census, Rigom village had a total population of 128 people, including 70 males and 58 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.85%, with male literacy at 66.10% and female literacy at 34.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 39 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Rigom
Rigom 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 Rigom
Rigom is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Seppa to Rigom is about 59 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 Rigom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rigom 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 Rigom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rigom 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 Rigom
Where is Rigom located?
Rigom village is located in Pipu Dipu Circle Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rigom?
The Gram Panchayat of Rigom is Harinablam.
What is the pincode of Rigom?
The pincode of Rigom is 790102.
What is the population of Rigom?
Rigom had a total population of 128, including 70 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Rigom?
Rigom had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rigom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rigom was 51.85%. Male literacy was 66.10% and female literacy was 34.69%.