Depu - Puchi Geko Circle, Kamle
Depu is a village situated in the Puchi Geko Circle of Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Puchi Geko and around 42 km from Daporijo. Chikom-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depu is 263173. The village falls under the 791120 pincode. Daporijo is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Depu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depu
According to the 2011 Census, Depu village had a total population of 122 people, including 56 males and 66 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.19%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Depu
Depu 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 Depu
Public transport in the Depu 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daporijo to Depu is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depu 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 Depu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depu 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 Depu
Where is Depu located?
Depu village is located in Puchi Geko Circle Circle, Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depu?
The Gram Panchayat of Depu is Chikom-i.
What is the pincode of Depu?
The pincode of Depu is 791120.
What is the population of Depu?
Depu had a total population of 122, including 56 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Depu?
Depu had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depu was 80.19%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 78.33%.