Waii - Khenawa Circle, East Kameng
Waii is a village situated in the Khenawa Circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bameng and around 51 km from Seppa. Waii village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waii is 262199. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Waii village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waii
According to the 2011 Census, Waii village had a total population of 510 people, including 242 males and 268 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 77.93% and female literacy at 63.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 510 | 242 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 242 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 76 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Waii
Waii 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 Waii
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Waii.
| 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 Seppa to Waii is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waii
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waii 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 Waii
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waii 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Waii
Where is Waii located?
Waii village is located in Khenawa Circle Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Waii?
Waii is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waii?
The pincode of Waii is 790102.
What is the population of Waii?
Waii had a total population of 510, including 242 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Waii?
Waii had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waii?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waii was 70.31%. Male literacy was 77.93% and female literacy was 63.67%.