Sala Potom - Darak Circle, West Siang
Sala Potom is a village situated in the Darak Circle of West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Darak and around 47 km from Aalo. Potom Bogo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sala Potom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sala Potom is 263466. The village falls under the 791001 pincode. Aalo is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sala Potom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sala Potom
As per Census 2011, Sala Potom village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 51 males and 58 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sala Potom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sala Potom
Sala 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 Sala Potom
Sala 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aalo to Sala Potom is about 47 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 Sala Potom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sala 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 Sala 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 Sala Potom 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 Sala Potom
Where is Sala Potom located?
Sala Potom village is located in Darak Circle Circle, West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sala Potom?
The Gram Panchayat of Sala Potom is Potom Bogo.
What is the pincode of Sala Potom?
The pincode of Sala Potom is 791001.
What is the population of Sala Potom?
Sala Potom has a total population of 109, including 51 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Sala Potom?
There are 16 households in Sala Potom.
What is the literacy rate in Sala Potom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sala Potom is 55.05%. Male literacy is 52.94% and female literacy is 56.90%.