Samtu Village - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Samtu Village is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Dirang and around 61 km from Bomdila. Chug serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samtu Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samtu Village is 261667. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Samtu Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samtu Village
According to the 2011 Census, Samtu Village had a total population of 92 people, including 47 males and 45 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.96%, with male literacy at 13.16% and female literacy at 8.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Samtu Village
Samtu 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 Samtu Village
Public transport in the Samtu 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 Samtu Village is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Samtu Village is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samtu Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samtu 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 Samtu 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 Samtu 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 Samtu Village
Where is Samtu Village located?
Samtu Village village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samtu Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Samtu Village is Chug.
What is the pincode of Samtu Village?
The pincode of Samtu Village is 790101.
What is the population of Samtu Village?
Samtu Village had a total population of 92, including 47 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Samtu Village?
Samtu Village had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samtu Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samtu Village was 10.96%. Male literacy was 13.16% and female literacy was 8.57%.