Katong - Manchal Circle, Anjaw
Katong is a village situated in the Manchal Circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Manchal and around 38 km from Hawai. Manchal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katong is 266764. The village falls under the 792104 pincode.
Katong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katong
According to the 2011 Census, Katong village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.06%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Katong
Katong 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 Katong
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Katong.
| 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 Katong is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katong 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 Katong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Katong
Where is Katong located?
Katong village is located in Manchal Circle Circle, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katong?
The Gram Panchayat of Katong is Manchal.
What is the pincode of Katong?
The pincode of Katong is 792104.
What is the population of Katong?
Katong had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Katong?
Katong had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katong was 47.06%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 33.33%.