Poyom - Darak Circle, West Siang
Poyom is a village situated in the Darak Circle of West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Darak and around 46 km from Aalo. Raksap Poyom serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poyom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poyom is 263462. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 791001 pincode. Aalo is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Poyom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poyom
According to the 2011 Census, Poyom village had a total population of 166 people, including 88 males and 78 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.74%, with male literacy at 66.23% and female literacy at 56.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 37 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Poyom
Poyom 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 Poyom
Poyom 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 Poyom is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poyom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poyom 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 Poyom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poyom 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 Poyom
Where is Poyom located?
Poyom village is located in Darak Circle Circle, West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Poyom?
The Gram Panchayat of Poyom is Raksap Poyom.
What is the pincode of Poyom?
The pincode of Poyom is 791001.
What is the population of Poyom?
Poyom had a total population of 166, including 88 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Poyom?
Poyom had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poyom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poyom was 61.74%. Male literacy was 66.23% and female literacy was 56.94%.