Barchipam - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Barchipam is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Dirang and around 47 km from Bomdila. Barchipam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barchipam is 261620. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barchipam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barchipam
According to the 2011 Census, Barchipam village had a total population of 291 people, including 135 males and 156 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.80%, with male literacy at 52.43% and female literacy at 40.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 291 | 135 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 132 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 81 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Barchipam
Barchipam 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 Barchipam
Public transport in the Barchipam is mainly available through shared van 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 Dirang Hq to Barchipam is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Barchipam is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barchipam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barchipam 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 Barchipam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barchipam 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 Barchipam
Where is Barchipam located?
Barchipam village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barchipam?
Barchipam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barchipam?
The pincode of Barchipam is 790101.
What is the population of Barchipam?
Barchipam had a total population of 291, including 135 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Barchipam?
Barchipam had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barchipam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barchipam was 45.80%. Male literacy was 52.43% and female literacy was 40.74%.