Paga - Mengio Eac, Papum Pare
Paga is a village situated in the Mengio Eac circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Sakiang and around 186 km from Yupia. Megang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paga is 262719. The village falls under the 791119 pincode.
Paga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paga
According to the 2011 Census, Paga village had a total population of 234 people, including 116 males and 118 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.44%, with male literacy at 68.54% and female literacy at 50.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 114 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Paga
Paga 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 Paga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paga.
| 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 Yupia to Paga is about 186 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paga 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 Paga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paga
Where is Paga located?
Paga village is located in Mengio Eac Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paga?
The Gram Panchayat of Paga is Megang.
What is the pincode of Paga?
The pincode of Paga is 791119.
What is the population of Paga?
Paga had a total population of 234, including 116 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Paga?
Paga had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paga was 59.44%. Male literacy was 68.54% and female literacy was 50.55%.