Jarain - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Jarain is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from Saipung and around 49 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarain is 279522. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Jarain 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 Jarain
As per Census 2011, Jarain village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 297 males and 306 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 297 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 292 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 102 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 195 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Jarain
Jarain 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 Jarain
Jarain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jarain is about 49 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 Jarain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jarain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarain 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jarain
Where is Jarain located?
Jarain village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jarain?
The pincode of Jarain is 793200.
What is the population of Jarain?
Jarain has a total population of 603, including 297 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Jarain?
There are 97 households in Jarain.
What is the literacy rate in Jarain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarain is 45.61%. Male literacy is 34.34% and female literacy is 56.54%.