Upper Geram - Toru Circle, Papum Pare
Upper Geram is a village situated in the Toru Circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Sagalee and around 40 km from Yupia. Kigi(new) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upper Geram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Geram is 262531. The village falls under the 791114 pincode.
Upper Geram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Upper Geram
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Geram village had a total population of 113 people, including 52 males and 61 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.68%, with male literacy at 51.16% and female literacy at 55.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 30 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Geram
Upper Geram 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 Upper Geram
Upper Geram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Upper Geram is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Geram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Geram 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Upper Geram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Geram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Upper Geram
Where is Upper Geram located?
Upper Geram village is located in Toru Circle Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upper Geram?
The Gram Panchayat of Upper Geram is Kigi(new).
What is the pincode of Upper Geram?
The pincode of Upper Geram is 791114.
What is the population of Upper Geram?
Upper Geram had a total population of 113, including 52 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Upper Geram?
Upper Geram had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Geram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Geram was 53.68%. Male literacy was 51.16% and female literacy was 55.77%.