Yerchum - Taraso Circle, Papum Pare
Yerchum is a village situated in the Taraso Circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Balijan and around 95 km from Yupia. Bormai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yerchum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerchum is 262426. The village falls under the 791123 pincode.
Yerchum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yerchum
According to the 2011 Census, Yerchum village had a total population of 85 people, including 39 males and 46 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.86%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 56.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Yerchum
Yerchum 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 Yerchum
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Yerchum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Yupia to Yerchum is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerchum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerchum 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 Yerchum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerchum 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 Yerchum
Where is Yerchum located?
Yerchum village is located in Taraso Circle Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerchum?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerchum is Bormai.
What is the pincode of Yerchum?
The pincode of Yerchum is 791123.
What is the population of Yerchum?
Yerchum had a total population of 85, including 39 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Yerchum?
Yerchum had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yerchum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerchum was 72.86%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 56.76%.