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
According to the 2011 Census, Sala Potom village had a total population of 109 people, including 51 males and 58 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.41%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 62.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 109, including 51 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Sala Potom?
Sala Potom had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sala Potom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sala Potom was 59.41%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 62.26%.