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
As per Census 2011, Upper Geram village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 52 males and 61 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Geram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 113, including 52 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Upper Geram?
There are 17 households in Upper Geram.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Geram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Geram is 45.13%. Male literacy is 42.31% and female literacy is 47.54%.