Saipung - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Saipung is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from Saipung and around 78 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saipung is 279546. 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 Saipung
According to the 2011 Census, Saipung village had a total population of 1,431 people, including 731 males and 700 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.30%, with male literacy at 95.01% and female literacy at 89.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,411.
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 | 1,431 | 731 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,411 | 722 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 552 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 179 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Saipung
Saipung 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 Saipung
Saipung 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Saipung is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saipung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saipung 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 Saipung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saipung 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saipung
Where is Saipung located?
Saipung village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Saipung?
The pincode of Saipung is 793200.
What is the population of Saipung?
Saipung had a total population of 1,431, including 731 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Saipung?
Saipung had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saipung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saipung was 92.30%. Male literacy was 95.01% and female literacy was 89.50%.