Ledum - Bilat Circle, East Siang
Ledum is a village situated in the Bilat Circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Bilat and around 30 km from Pasighat. Ledum-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ledum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ledum is 263854. The village falls under the 791102 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ledum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ledum
According to the 2011 Census, Ledum village had a total population of 560 people, including 289 males and 271 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 62.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 519.
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 | 560 | 289 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 263 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 212 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 77 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Ledum
Ledum 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 Ledum
Ledum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Ledum is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ledum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ledum 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ledum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ledum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ledum
Where is Ledum located?
Ledum village is located in Bilat Circle Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ledum?
The Gram Panchayat of Ledum is Ledum-i.
What is the pincode of Ledum?
The pincode of Ledum is 791102.
What is the population of Ledum?
Ledum had a total population of 560, including 289 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Ledum?
Ledum had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ledum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ledum was 70.15%. Male literacy was 77.37% and female literacy was 62.30%.