Sotung - Mengio Eac, Papum Pare
Sotung is a village situated in the Mengio Eac circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Sakiang and around 164 km from Yupia. Kamrung (new) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sotung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sotung is 262723. The village falls under the 791119 pincode.
Sotung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sotung
According to the 2011 Census, Sotung village had a total population of 144 people, including 66 males and 78 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.08%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 144 | 66 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 66 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 29 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Sotung
Sotung 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 Sotung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sotung.
| 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 Sotung is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sotung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sotung 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 Sotung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sotung 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 Sotung
Where is Sotung located?
Sotung village is located in Mengio Eac Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sotung?
The Gram Panchayat of Sotung is Kamrung (new).
What is the pincode of Sotung?
The pincode of Sotung is 791119.
What is the population of Sotung?
Sotung had a total population of 144, including 66 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Sotung?
Sotung had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sotung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sotung was 55.08%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 44.44%.