Buchupam - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Buchupam is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Dirang and around 25 km from Bomdila. Rahung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buchupam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buchupam is 261687. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Buchupam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buchupam
According to the 2011 Census, Buchupam village had a total population of 186 people, including 94 males and 92 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.04%, with male literacy at 51.81% and female literacy at 23.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 43 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 51 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Buchupam
Buchupam 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 Buchupam
Buchupam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Buchupam is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Buchupam is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buchupam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buchupam 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 Buchupam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buchupam 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Buchupam
Where is Buchupam located?
Buchupam village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buchupam?
The Gram Panchayat of Buchupam is Rahung.
What is the pincode of Buchupam?
The pincode of Buchupam is 790101.
What is the population of Buchupam?
Buchupam had a total population of 186, including 94 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Buchupam?
Buchupam had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buchupam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buchupam was 38.04%. Male literacy was 51.81% and female literacy was 23.75%.