Gepen - Puchi Geko Circle, Kamle
Gepen is a village situated in the Puchi Geko Circle of Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Puchi Geko and around 19 km from Daporijo. Chikom-v serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gepen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gepen is 263185. The village falls under the 791120 pincode. Daporijo is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gepen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gepen
According to the 2011 Census, Gepen village had a total population of 66 people, including 31 males and 35 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 86.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Gepen
Gepen 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 Gepen
Gepen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Daporijo to Gepen is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gepen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gepen 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 Gepen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gepen 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 Gepen
Where is Gepen located?
Gepen village is located in Puchi Geko Circle Circle, Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gepen?
The Gram Panchayat of Gepen is Chikom-v.
What is the pincode of Gepen?
The pincode of Gepen is 791120.
What is the population of Gepen?
Gepen had a total population of 66, including 31 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Gepen?
Gepen had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gepen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gepen was 88.14%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 86.67%.