Waikher

Waikher is a village located in Kitpi Circle circle of Tawang district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kitpi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Tawang.

Waikher has its own place in the vibrant Tawang region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Waikher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waikher is 261532. Tawang is nearest town to Waikher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Waikher

Below is a concise population overview of Waikher as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 79 31 48
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 10 3 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 75 30 45
Literate Population 37 17 20
Illiterate Population 42 14 28

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waikher village:

  • The total population of Waikher village is around 79, including approximately 31 males and 48 females, with a sex ratio of 1548 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 10 children aged 0–6 years in Waikher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Waikher village has 75 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Waikher village is about 46.84%, with male literacy at 54.84% and female literacy at 41.67%.
  • There are around 19 households in Waikher village.

Connectivity of Waikher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waikher. As per the 2011 stats, Waikher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Waikher

Knowing the nearby villages of Waikher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waikher.

Namtungtse Bomdir Basti Zyemteng Langbutse Tarmang Gonpa Kitpi Kitpi Ii Themkhar Bathung Audung Jamkhar

Frequently Asked Questions about Waikher

Where is Waikher located?
Waikher village is situated in Kitpi Circle Circle, within the Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the population of Waikher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waikher is 79, with 31 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Waikher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waikher village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waikher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waikher is 46.84%. The male literacy rate is 54.84%, while the female literacy rate is 41.67%.