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.
Daistong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daistong
As per Census 2011, Daistong village has a total population of 596 people, consisting of 311 males and 285 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 588 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daistong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 596 | 311 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| 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 has a total population of 596, including 311 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Daistong?
There are 85 households in Daistong.
What is the literacy rate in Daistong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daistong is 28.02%. Male literacy is 21.22% and female literacy is 35.44%.