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.
Saipung 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 Saipung
As per Census 2011, Saipung village has a total population of 1,431 people, consisting of 731 males and 700 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,055 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,411 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saipung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 731 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,431, including 731 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Saipung?
There are 245 households in Saipung.
What is the literacy rate in Saipung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saipung is 73.72%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 71.86%.