Payum

Payum is a village located in Payum circle of West Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Payum (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Aalo. As per 2009 stats, Payum village is also a gram panchayat.

Payum 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 Payum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Payum is 263413. Payum is nearest town to Payum village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Payum

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 259 136 123
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 24 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 259 136 123
Literate Population 116 73 43
Illiterate Population 143 63 80

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

  • The total population of Payum village is around 259, including approximately 136 males and 123 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Payum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Payum village has 259 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Payum village is about 44.79%, with male literacy at 53.68% and female literacy at 34.96%.
  • There are around 55 households in Payum village.

Connectivity of Payum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Payum. As per the 2011 stats, Payum 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 Payum

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Payum

Where is Payum located?
Payum village is situated in Payum Circle, within the West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payum?
Payum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Payum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Payum is 259, with 136 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Payum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Payum village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Payum is 44.79%. The male literacy rate is 53.68%, while the female literacy rate is 34.96%.