Yewang - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Yewang is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Dirang and around 43 km from Bomdila. Yewang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yewang is 261642. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Yewang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yewang
According to the 2011 Census, Yewang village had a total population of 324 people, including 166 males and 158 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.93%, with male literacy at 66.41% and female literacy at 47.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 324 | 166 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 87 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 79 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Yewang
Yewang 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 Yewang
Public transport in the Yewang is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dirang Hq to Yewang is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Yewang is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yewang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yewang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yewang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yewang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yewang
Where is Yewang located?
Yewang village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Yewang?
Yewang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yewang?
The pincode of Yewang is 790101.
What is the population of Yewang?
Yewang had a total population of 324, including 166 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Yewang?
Yewang had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yewang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yewang was 56.93%. Male literacy was 66.41% and female literacy was 47.79%.