Dego - Aalo Hq, West Siang
Dego is a village situated in the Aalo Hq circle of West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Aalo and around 5 km from Aalo. Dego village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dego is 263571. The village falls under the 791001 pincode.
Dego village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dego
According to the 2011 Census, Dego village had a total population of 321 people, including 158 males and 163 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.77%, with male literacy at 71.64% and female literacy at 56.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 321 | 158 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 62 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Dego
Dego 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 Dego
Dego is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Aalo to Dego is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dego
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dego village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dego
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dego village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dego
Where is Dego located?
Dego village is located in Aalo Hq Circle, West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dego?
Dego is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dego?
The pincode of Dego is 791001.
What is the population of Dego?
Dego had a total population of 321, including 158 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Dego?
Dego had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dego?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dego was 63.77%. Male literacy was 71.64% and female literacy was 56.34%.