Wakro - Wakro Circle, Lohit
Wakro is a village situated in the Wakro Circle of Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Tezu. Wakro village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakro is 266430. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Tezu is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Wakro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wakro
According to the 2011 Census, Wakro village had a total population of 137 people, including 72 males and 65 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.36%, with male literacy at 66.07% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Wakro
Wakro 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 Wakro
Wakro is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Tezu to Wakro is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Wakro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakro
Where is Wakro located?
Wakro village is located in Wakro Circle Circle, Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wakro?
Wakro is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakro?
The pincode of Wakro is 792102.
What is the population of Wakro?
Wakro had a total population of 137, including 72 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Wakro?
Wakro had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakro was 66.36%. Male literacy was 66.07% and female literacy was 66.67%.