Poku - Kamporijo Circle, Kamle
Poku is a village situated in the Kamporijo Circle of Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Raga and around 57 km from Ziro. Yukar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poku is 265090. The village falls under the 791120 pincode.
Poku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poku
According to the 2011 Census, Poku village had a total population of 60 people, including 26 males and 34 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.81%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Poku
Poku 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 Poku
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Poku.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ziro to Poku is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poku 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 Poku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poku 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 Poku
Where is Poku located?
Poku village is located in Kamporijo Circle Circle, Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poku?
The Gram Panchayat of Poku is Yukar.
What is the pincode of Poku?
The pincode of Poku is 791120.
What is the population of Poku?
Poku had a total population of 60, including 26 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Poku?
Poku had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poku was 46.81%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 50.00%.