Gorsam - Zemithang Circle, Tawang
Gorsam is a village situated in the Zemithang Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from New Zemithang and around 96 km from Tawang. Gorsam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorsam is 261382. The village falls under the 790106 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Gorsam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorsam
According to the 2011 Census, Gorsam village had a total population of 103 people, including 43 males and 60 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,395 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.38%, with male literacy at 41.94% and female literacy at 22.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 103 | 43 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 36 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 30 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gorsam
Gorsam 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 Gorsam
Gorsam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tawang to Gorsam is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorsam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorsam 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 Gorsam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorsam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorsam
Where is Gorsam located?
Gorsam village is located in Zemithang Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorsam?
Gorsam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorsam?
The pincode of Gorsam is 790106.
What is the population of Gorsam?
Gorsam had a total population of 103, including 43 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Gorsam?
Gorsam had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorsam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorsam was 30.38%. Male literacy was 41.94% and female literacy was 22.92%.