Kandey - Wakro Circle, Lohit
Kandey is a village situated in the Wakro Circle of Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Wakro and around 46 km from Tezu. Mawai-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandey is 266473. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Tezu is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kandey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandey
According to the 2011 Census, Kandey village had a total population of 79 people, including 47 males and 32 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 681 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 33 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kandey
Kandey 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 Kandey
Kandey 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezu to Kandey is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandey 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 Kandey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandey 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 Kandey
Where is Kandey located?
Kandey village is located in Wakro Circle Circle, Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandey?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandey is Mawai-i.
What is the pincode of Kandey?
The pincode of Kandey is 792102.
What is the population of Kandey?
Kandey had a total population of 79, including 47 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kandey?
Kandey had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandey was 73.85%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 62.50%.