Old Dakpe - Puchi Geko Circle, Kamle
Old Dakpe is a village situated in the Puchi Geko Circle of Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Puchigeko and around 42 km from Daporijo. Chikom-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Old Dakpe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Dakpe is 263170. The village falls under the 791120 pincode. Daporijo is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Old Dakpe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Old Dakpe
According to the 2011 Census, Old Dakpe village had a total population of 127 people, including 54 males and 73 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,352 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 85.42% and female literacy at 76.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 127 | 54 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 54 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Old Dakpe
Old Dakpe 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 Old Dakpe
Public transport in the Old Dakpe is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Old Dakpe 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 Old Dakpe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Dakpe 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 Old Dakpe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Dakpe 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 Old Dakpe
Where is Old Dakpe located?
Old Dakpe village is located in Puchi Geko Circle Circle, Kamle district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Old Dakpe?
The Gram Panchayat of Old Dakpe is Chikom-i.
What is the pincode of Old Dakpe?
The pincode of Old Dakpe is 791120.
What is the population of Old Dakpe?
Old Dakpe had a total population of 127, including 54 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Old Dakpe?
Old Dakpe had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Old Dakpe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Dakpe was 80.00%. Male literacy was 85.42% and female literacy was 76.12%.