Wallong - Khenawa Circle, East Kameng
Wallong is a village situated in the Khenawa Circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Bameng and around 55 km from Seppa. Jomoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wallong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wallong is 262209. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Wallong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wallong
According to the 2011 Census, Wallong village had a total population of 113 people, including 64 males and 49 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 766 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.25%, with male literacy at 41.07% and female literacy at 17.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 23 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 41 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Wallong
Wallong 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 Wallong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wallong.
| 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 Wallong is about 55 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 Wallong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wallong 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 Wallong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wallong 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 Wallong
Where is Wallong located?
Wallong village is located in Khenawa Circle Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wallong?
The Gram Panchayat of Wallong is Jomoh.
What is the pincode of Wallong?
The pincode of Wallong is 790102.
What is the population of Wallong?
Wallong had a total population of 113, including 64 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Wallong?
Wallong had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wallong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wallong was 31.25%. Male literacy was 41.07% and female literacy was 17.50%.