Wothung - Nafra Adc, Bichom
Wothung is a village situated in the Nafra Adc circle of Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Nafra and around 88 km from Bomdila. Dibrick serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wothung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wothung is 261729. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 790001 pincode. Bomdila is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Wothung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wothung
According to the 2011 Census, Wothung village had a total population of 44 people, including 24 males and 20 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.39%, with male literacy at 41.18% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 17 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Wothung
Wothung 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 Wothung
Wothung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Bomdila to Wothung is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wothung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wothung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wothung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wothung 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wothung
Where is Wothung located?
Wothung village is located in Nafra Adc Circle, Bichom district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wothung?
The Gram Panchayat of Wothung is Dibrick.
What is the pincode of Wothung?
The pincode of Wothung is 790001.
What is the population of Wothung?
Wothung had a total population of 44, including 24 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Wothung?
Wothung had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wothung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wothung was 39.39%. Male literacy was 41.18% and female literacy was 37.50%.