Bishum Village - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Bishum Village is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Dirang and around 68 km from Bomdila. Bishum-phudung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishum Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishum Village is 261673. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bishum Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bishum Village
As per Census 2011, Bishum Village has a total population of 46 people, consisting of 27 males and 19 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 703 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishum Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Bishum Village
Bishum Village 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 Bishum Village
Public transport in the Bishum Village 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 Bishum Village is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Bishum Village is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishum Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishum Village 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 Bishum Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishum Village 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 Bishum Village
Where is Bishum Village located?
Bishum Village village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishum Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishum Village is Bishum-phudung.
What is the pincode of Bishum Village?
The pincode of Bishum Village is 790101.
What is the population of Bishum Village?
Bishum Village has a total population of 46, including 27 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Bishum Village?
There are 10 households in Bishum Village.
What is the literacy rate in Bishum Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishum Village is 19.57%. Male literacy is 18.52% and female literacy is 21.05%.