Dedza - Jamiri Circle, West Kameng
Dedza is a village situated in the Jamiri Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Thrizino and around 38 km from Bomdila. Jamiri Village serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedza village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedza is 261840. The village falls under the 790116 pincode. Rupa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dedza village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dedza
According to the 2011 Census, Dedza village had a total population of 225 people, including 123 males and 102 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.03%, with male literacy at 84.75% and female literacy at 67.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 225 | 123 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 100 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 23 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dedza
Dedza 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 Dedza
Dedza is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rupa to Dedza is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Dedza 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 Dedza
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedza 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 Dedza
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedza 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 Dedza
Where is Dedza located?
Dedza village is located in Jamiri Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dedza?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedza is Jamiri Village.
What is the pincode of Dedza?
The pincode of Dedza is 790116.
What is the population of Dedza?
Dedza had a total population of 225, including 123 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Dedza?
Dedza had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedza was 77.03%. Male literacy was 84.75% and female literacy was 67.03%.