Phudung Village - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Phudung 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 62 km from Bomdila. Bishum-phudung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phudung Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phudung Village is 261675. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Phudung Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phudung Village
According to the 2011 Census, Phudung Village had a total population of 72 people, including 30 males and 42 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.40%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 44.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Phudung Village
Phudung 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 Phudung Village
Public transport in the Phudung 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 to Phudung Village is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Phudung Village is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phudung Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phudung 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 Phudung 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 Phudung 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 Phudung Village
Where is Phudung Village located?
Phudung Village village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phudung Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Phudung Village is Bishum-phudung.
What is the pincode of Phudung Village?
The pincode of Phudung Village is 790101.
What is the population of Phudung Village?
Phudung Village had a total population of 72, including 30 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Phudung Village?
Phudung Village had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phudung Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phudung Village was 43.40%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 44.83%.