Mayum - Tuting Adc, Upper Siang
Mayum is a village situated in the Tuting Adc circle of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Gelling and around 210 km from Yingkiong. Bishing-mayung-bona-kopu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mayum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mayum is 263958. The village falls under the 791105 pincode. Tuting is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mayum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mayum
According to the 2011 Census, Mayum village had a total population of 99 people, including 49 males and 50 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.22%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 51.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Mayum
Mayum 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 Mayum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mayum.
| 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 Tuting to Mayum is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yingkiong to Mayum is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mayum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mayum 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 Mayum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mayum 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 Mayum
Where is Mayum located?
Mayum village is located in Tuting Adc Circle, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mayum?
The Gram Panchayat of Mayum is Bishing-mayung-bona-kopu.
What is the pincode of Mayum?
The pincode of Mayum is 791105.
What is the population of Mayum?
Mayum had a total population of 99, including 49 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Mayum?
Mayum had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mayum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mayum was 63.22%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 51.16%.