Wessang - Seppa Hq, East Kameng
Wessang is a village situated in the Seppa Hq circle of East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Seppa and around 6 km from Seppa. Tagrang Yangje serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wessang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wessang is 262025. The village falls under the 790102 pincode. Seppa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Wessang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wessang
According to the 2011 Census, Wessang village had a total population of 124 people, including 63 males and 61 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.47%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 58.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Wessang
Wessang 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 Wessang
Wessang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seppa to Wessang is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wessang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wessang 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 Wessang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wessang 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 Wessang
Where is Wessang located?
Wessang village is located in Seppa Hq Circle, East Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wessang?
The Gram Panchayat of Wessang is Tagrang Yangje.
What is the pincode of Wessang?
The pincode of Wessang is 790102.
What is the population of Wessang?
Wessang had a total population of 124, including 63 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Wessang?
Wessang had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wessang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wessang was 68.47%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 58.18%.