Papum - Taraso Circle, Papum Pare
Papum is a village situated in the Taraso Circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Balijan and around 100 km from Yupia. Ramghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papum is 262428. The village falls under the 791123 pincode.
Papum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papum
According to the 2011 Census, Papum village had a total population of 69 people, including 27 males and 42 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 27 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 27 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 4 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Papum
Papum 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 Papum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Papum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Papum is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papum 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 Papum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papum 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papum
Where is Papum located?
Papum village is located in Taraso Circle Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papum?
The Gram Panchayat of Papum is Ramghat.
What is the pincode of Papum?
The pincode of Papum is 791123.
What is the population of Papum?
Papum had a total population of 69, including 27 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Papum?
Papum had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papum was 74.60%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 66.67%.