Gadum - Namsing Circle, East Siang
Gadum is a village situated in the Namsing Circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Namsing and around 60 km from Pasighat. Gadum-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadum is 263926. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.5 hectares and falls under the 791104 pincode. Mebo is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gadum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadum
According to the 2011 Census, Gadum village had a total population of 349 people, including 180 males and 169 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 64.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.
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 | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 162 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 117 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Gadum
Gadum 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 Gadum
Public transport in the Gadum 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 Mebo to Gadum is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pasighat to Gadum 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 Gadum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadum 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 Gadum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadum 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 Gadum
Where is Gadum located?
Gadum village is located in Namsing Circle Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadum?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadum is Gadum-i.
What is the pincode of Gadum?
The pincode of Gadum is 791104.
What is the population of Gadum?
Gadum had a total population of 349, including 180 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Gadum?
Gadum had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadum was 70.31%. Male literacy was 75.97% and female literacy was 64.03%.