Wanching - Wakching, Mon
Wanching is a village situated in the Wakching circle of Mon district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wakching Hq and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanching is 267028. The village falls under the 798621 pincode. Mon Town is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Wakching Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wanching
According to the 2011 Census, Wanching village had a total population of 3,387 people, including 1,724 males and 1,663 females, living in 556 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,351.
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 | 3,387 | 1,724 | 1,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 358 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,351 | 1,697 | 1,654 |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,111 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 613 | 802 |
Nearby Villages of Wanching
Wanching 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 Wanching
Public transport in the Wanching is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mon Town to Wanching is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mon to Wanching is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wanching
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanching village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wanching
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanching village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wanching
Where is Wanching located?
Wanching village is located in Wakching Circle, Mon district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Wanching?
The pincode of Wanching is 798621.
What is the population of Wanching?
Wanching had a total population of 3,387, including 1,724 males and 1,663 females.
How many households are there in Wanching?
Wanching had 556 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wanching?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanching was 73.01%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 64.49%.