Poteh - Parang Circle, Papum Pare
Poteh is a village situated in the Parang Circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Parang and around 151 km from Yupia. Seema (new) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poteh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poteh is 262638. The village falls under the 791112 pincode.
Poteh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poteh
According to the 2011 Census, Poteh village had a total population of 219 people, including 119 males and 100 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.11%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 42.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 219 | 119 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 79 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Poteh
Poteh 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 Poteh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Poteh.
| 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 Poteh is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poteh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poteh 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 Poteh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poteh 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 Poteh
Where is Poteh located?
Poteh village is located in Parang Circle Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poteh?
The Gram Panchayat of Poteh is Seema (new).
What is the pincode of Poteh?
The pincode of Poteh is 791112.
What is the population of Poteh?
Poteh had a total population of 219, including 119 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Poteh?
Poteh had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poteh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poteh was 41.11%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 42.50%.