Phadam Village - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Phadam Village is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Dirang and around 38 km from Bomdila. Phadam-sagar-kharung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phadam Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phadam Village is 261614. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Phadam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Phadam Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phadam Village
According to the 2011 Census, Phadam Village had a total population of 106 people, including 48 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.38%, with male literacy at 36.59% and female literacy at 45.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Phadam Village
Phadam 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 Phadam Village
Public transport in the Phadam 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 Phadam to Phadam Village is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Phadam Village is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phadam Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phadam 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 Phadam 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 Phadam 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 Phadam Village
Where is Phadam Village located?
Phadam Village village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phadam Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Phadam Village is Phadam-sagar-kharung.
What is the pincode of Phadam Village?
The pincode of Phadam Village is 790101.
What is the population of Phadam Village?
Phadam Village had a total population of 106, including 48 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Phadam Village?
Phadam Village had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phadam Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phadam Village was 41.38%. Male literacy was 36.59% and female literacy was 45.65%.