Boro Washiling - Haflong, Dima Hasao
Boro Washiling is a village situated in the Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district, Assam. It is located approximately 235 km from Umrangso and around 95 km from Haflong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boro Washiling is 298285. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 788830 pincode. Umrangso is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Boro Washiling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Boro Washiling
According to the 2011 Census, Boro Washiling village had a total population of 362 people, including 183 males and 179 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.88%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 60.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 362 | 183 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 175 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 130 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 53 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Boro Washiling
Boro Washiling 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 Boro Washiling
Boro Washiling is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Umrangso to Boro Washiling is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Haflong to Boro Washiling is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boro Washiling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boro Washiling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boro Washiling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boro Washiling 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boro Washiling
Where is Boro Washiling located?
Boro Washiling village is located in Haflong Subdivision, Dima Hasao district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Boro Washiling?
The pincode of Boro Washiling is 788830.
What is the population of Boro Washiling?
Boro Washiling had a total population of 362, including 183 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Boro Washiling?
Boro Washiling had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boro Washiling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boro Washiling was 69.88%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 60.51%.