Wingkham Nongtaw - Piyong Circle, Namsai
Wingkham Nongtaw is a village situated in the Piyong Circle of Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Namsai and around 206 km from Tezu. Nongtaw-khamti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wingkham Nongtaw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wingkham Nongtaw is 266604. The village falls under the 792103 pincode. Namsai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Wingkham Nongtaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wingkham Nongtaw
According to the 2011 Census, Wingkham Nongtaw village had a total population of 37 people, including 16 males and 21 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Wingkham Nongtaw
Wingkham Nongtaw 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 Wingkham Nongtaw
Wingkham Nongtaw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Namsai to Wingkham Nongtaw is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezu to Wingkham Nongtaw is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wingkham Nongtaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wingkham Nongtaw 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 Wingkham Nongtaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wingkham Nongtaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wingkham Nongtaw
Where is Wingkham Nongtaw located?
Wingkham Nongtaw village is located in Piyong Circle Circle, Namsai district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wingkham Nongtaw?
The Gram Panchayat of Wingkham Nongtaw is Nongtaw-khamti.
What is the pincode of Wingkham Nongtaw?
The pincode of Wingkham Nongtaw is 792103.
What is the population of Wingkham Nongtaw?
Wingkham Nongtaw had a total population of 37, including 16 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Wingkham Nongtaw?
Wingkham Nongtaw had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wingkham Nongtaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wingkham Nongtaw was 90.32%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.