Degi Potom - Darak Circle, West Siang
Degi Potom is a village situated in the Darak Circle of West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Darak and around 61 km from Aalo. Potom Bogo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Degi Potom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degi Potom is 263464. The village falls under the 791001 pincode. Aalo is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Degi Potom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Degi Potom
According to the 2011 Census, Degi Potom village had a total population of 134 people, including 74 males and 60 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 64.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Degi Potom
Degi Potom 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 Degi Potom
Degi Potom 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 | 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 Aalo to Degi Potom is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aalo to Degi Potom 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 Degi Potom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degi Potom 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 Degi Potom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degi Potom village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Degi Potom
Where is Degi Potom located?
Degi Potom village is located in Darak Circle Circle, West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Degi Potom?
The Gram Panchayat of Degi Potom is Potom Bogo.
What is the pincode of Degi Potom?
The pincode of Degi Potom is 791001.
What is the population of Degi Potom?
Degi Potom had a total population of 134, including 74 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Degi Potom?
Degi Potom had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degi Potom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degi Potom was 66.67%. Male literacy was 68.12% and female literacy was 64.91%.