Wangoo - Waikhong, Kakching
Wangoo is a village situated in the Waikhong subdivision of Kakching district, Manipur. It is located approximately 28 km from Kakching and around 48 km from Thoubal. Wangoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangoo is 270015. The village covers a total geographical area of 1305.1 hectares and falls under the 795103 pincode. Kakching Khunou is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wangoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sugnu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wangoo
According to the 2011 Census, Wangoo village had a total population of 6,134 people, including 3,095 males and 3,039 females, living in 1,244 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 6,134 | 3,095 | 3,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 734 | 363 | 371 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,623 | 2,088 | 1,535 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,511 | 1,007 | 1,504 |
Nearby Villages of Wangoo
Wangoo 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 Wangoo
Wangoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kakching Khunou to Wangoo is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thoubal to Wangoo is about 48 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 Wangoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wangoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wangoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wangoo
Where is Wangoo located?
Wangoo village is located in Waikhong Subdivision, Kakching district, Manipur, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wangoo?
Wangoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wangoo?
The pincode of Wangoo is 795103.
What is the population of Wangoo?
Wangoo had a total population of 6,134, including 3,095 males and 3,039 females.
How many households are there in Wangoo?
Wangoo had 1,244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangoo was 67.09%. Male literacy was 76.43% and female literacy was 57.53%.