Daistong - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Daistong is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Saipung and around 75 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daistong is 279544. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daistong
According to the 2011 Census, Daistong village had a total population of 596 people, including 311 males and 285 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.48%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 47.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 588.
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 | 596 | 311 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 309 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 66 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 245 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Daistong
Daistong 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 Daistong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Daistong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jowai to Daistong is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daistong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daistong 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daistong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daistong 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daistong
Where is Daistong located?
Daistong village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Daistong?
The pincode of Daistong is 793200.
What is the population of Daistong?
Daistong had a total population of 596, including 311 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Daistong?
Daistong had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daistong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daistong was 38.48%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 47.20%.