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
As per Census 2011, Poyom village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 88 males and 78 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poyom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 166, including 88 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Poyom?
There are 20 households in Poyom.
What is the literacy rate in Poyom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poyom is 55.42%. Male literacy is 57.95% and female literacy is 52.56%.