Depi Upper - Ruksin Adc, East Siang
Depi Upper is a village situated in the Ruksin Adc circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Nari and around 75 km from Pasighat. Depi Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depi Upper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depi Upper is 263842. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 791102 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Depi Upper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depi Upper
According to the 2011 Census, Depi Upper village had a total population of 854 people, including 436 males and 418 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.15%, with male literacy at 72.10% and female literacy at 66.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 633.
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 | 854 | 436 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 314 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 261 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 175 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Depi Upper
Depi Upper 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 Depi Upper
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Depi Upper. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Depi Upper.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Depi Upper is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depi Upper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depi Upper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Depi Upper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depi Upper village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Depi Upper
Where is Depi Upper located?
Depi Upper village is located in Ruksin Adc Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depi Upper?
The Gram Panchayat of Depi Upper is Depi Lower.
What is the pincode of Depi Upper?
The pincode of Depi Upper is 791102.
What is the population of Depi Upper?
Depi Upper had a total population of 854, including 436 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Depi Upper?
Depi Upper had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depi Upper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depi Upper was 69.15%. Male literacy was 72.10% and female literacy was 66.09%.