Merakmu - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Merakmu is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Dirang and around 55 km from Bomdila. Barchipam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Merakmu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merakmu is 261623. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Merakmu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Merakmu
According to the 2011 Census, Merakmu village had a total population of 7 people, including 4 males and 3 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Merakmu
Merakmu 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 Merakmu
Public transport in the Merakmu 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 Merakmu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Merakmu is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merakmu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merakmu 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 Merakmu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merakmu 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 Merakmu
Where is Merakmu located?
Merakmu village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Merakmu?
The Gram Panchayat of Merakmu is Barchipam.
What is the pincode of Merakmu?
The pincode of Merakmu is 790101.
What is the population of Merakmu?
Merakmu had a total population of 7, including 4 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Merakmu?
Merakmu had 2 households.