Wat Hoi - Margherita, Tinsukia
Wat Hoi is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kailashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wat Hoi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wat Hoi is 290766. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.23 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Wat Hoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wat Hoi
According to the 2011 Census, Wat Hoi village had a total population of 505 people, including 248 males and 257 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.00%, with male literacy at 93.72% and female literacy at 82.57%.
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 | 505 | 248 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 54 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Wat Hoi
Wat Hoi 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 Wat Hoi
Public transport in the Wat Hoi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Wat Hoi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Margherita to Wat Hoi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Wat Hoi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wat Hoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wat Hoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wat Hoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wat Hoi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wat Hoi
Where is Wat Hoi located?
Wat Hoi village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wat Hoi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wat Hoi is Kailashpur.
What is the pincode of Wat Hoi?
The pincode of Wat Hoi is 786152.
What is the population of Wat Hoi?
Wat Hoi had a total population of 505, including 248 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Wat Hoi?
Wat Hoi had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wat Hoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wat Hoi was 88.00%. Male literacy was 93.72% and female literacy was 82.57%.