Boom - Geku Eac, Upper Siang
Boom is a village situated in the Geku Eac circle of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Geku and around 50 km from Yingkiong. Geku Kumku Lower-boom-delek serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boom is 264007. The village falls under the 791002 pincode. Yingkiong is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Boom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boom
According to the 2011 Census, Boom village had a total population of 170 people, including 86 males and 84 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.92%, with male literacy at 47.95% and female literacy at 23.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 35 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Boom
Boom 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 Boom
Boom is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yingkiong to Boom is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boom 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boom
Where is Boom located?
Boom village is located in Geku Eac Circle, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boom?
The Gram Panchayat of Boom is Geku Kumku Lower-boom-delek.
What is the pincode of Boom?
The pincode of Boom is 791002.
What is the population of Boom?
Boom had a total population of 170, including 86 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Boom?
Boom had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boom was 35.92%. Male literacy was 47.95% and female literacy was 23.19%.