Gapo - Mechuka Adc, Shi Yomi
Gapo is a village situated in the Mechuka Adc circle of Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Mechuka and around 140 km from Aalo. Gapo/purying/hiri/padusa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gapo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gapo is 263344. The village falls under the 791003 pincode.
Gapo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gapo
According to the 2011 Census, Gapo village had a total population of 95 people, including 48 males and 47 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.66%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 14.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 35 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Gapo
Gapo 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 Gapo
Gapo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Aalo to Gapo is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gapo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gapo 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 Gapo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gapo 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 Gapo
Where is Gapo located?
Gapo village is located in Mechuka Adc Circle, Shi Yomi district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gapo?
The Gram Panchayat of Gapo is Gapo/purying/hiri/padusa.
What is the pincode of Gapo?
The pincode of Gapo is 791003.
What is the population of Gapo?
Gapo had a total population of 95, including 48 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Gapo?
Gapo had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gapo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gapo was 24.66%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 14.71%.