Poyom

Poyom is a village located in Darak circle of West Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Darak (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Aalo. As per 2009 stats, Raksap Poyom is the gram panchayat of Poyom village.

Poyom has its own place in the vibrant West Siang region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Poyom

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poyom is 263462. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares. Aalo is nearest town to Poyom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

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Population of Poyom

Below is a concise population overview of Poyom as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 166 88 78
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 11 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 164 86 78
Literate Population 92 51 41
Illiterate Population 74 37 37

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poyom village:

  • The total population of Poyom village is around 166, including approximately 88 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Poyom village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Poyom village has 164 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Poyom village is about 55.42%, with male literacy at 57.95% and female literacy at 52.56%.
  • There are around 20 households in Poyom village.

Connectivity of Poyom

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poyom. As per the 2011 stats, Poyom had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Poyom

Knowing the nearby villages of Poyom helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poyom.

Boru Raksap Darak Hq Bogo Sijir Raksap Degi Potom Larmuk Potom Sala Potom Boje Kigi Boje Pare

Frequently Asked Questions about Poyom

Where is Poyom located?
Poyom village is situated in Darak Circle, within the West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poyom?
The Gram Panchayat of Poyom is Raksap Poyom (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Poyom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poyom is 166, with 88 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Poyom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poyom village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poyom as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poyom is 55.42%. The male literacy rate is 57.95%, while the female literacy rate is 52.56%.