Walong - Walong Circle, Anjaw
Walong is a village situated in the Walong Circle of Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Walong and around 56 km from Hawai. Walong village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walong is 266883. The village falls under the 792104 pincode. Hawai is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Walong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Walong
According to the 2011 Census, Walong village had a total population of 79 people, including 42 males and 37 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Walong
Walong 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 Walong
Public transport in the Walong is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Walong is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Walong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Walong
Where is Walong located?
Walong village is located in Walong Circle Circle, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walong?
Walong is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walong?
The pincode of Walong is 792104.
What is the population of Walong?
Walong had a total population of 79, including 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Walong?
Walong had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walong was 68.12%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 63.64%.