Watong - Hawai Hq, Anjaw
Watong is a village situated in the Hawai Hq circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Hawai and around 1 km from Hawai. Watong village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watong is 266926. The village falls under the 792104 pincode.
Watong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Watong
According to the 2011 Census, Watong village had a total population of 289 people, including 138 males and 151 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.26%, with male literacy at 62.16% and female literacy at 52.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 289 | 138 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 135 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 69 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Watong
Watong 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 Watong
Watong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Hawai to Watong is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watong 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Watong
Where is Watong located?
Watong village is located in Hawai Hq Circle, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watong?
Watong is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watong?
The pincode of Watong is 792104.
What is the population of Watong?
Watong had a total population of 289, including 138 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Watong?
Watong had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watong was 57.26%. Male literacy was 62.16% and female literacy was 52.85%.