Hooking - Wakro Circle, Lohit
Hooking is a village situated in the Wakro Circle of Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Wakro and around 87 km from Tezu. Hooking village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hooking is 266469. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Hooking village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hooking
According to the 2011 Census, Hooking village had a total population of 302 people, including 157 males and 145 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.08%, with male literacy at 73.85% and female literacy at 44.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 302 | 157 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 96 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 61 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Hooking
Hooking 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 Hooking
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hooking.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Namsai to Hooking is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Hooking is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hooking
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hooking 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hooking
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hooking 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hooking
Where is Hooking located?
Hooking village is located in Wakro Circle Circle, Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hooking?
Hooking is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hooking?
The pincode of Hooking is 792102.
What is the population of Hooking?
Hooking had a total population of 302, including 157 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Hooking?
Hooking had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hooking?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hooking was 60.08%. Male literacy was 73.85% and female literacy was 44.92%.