Situng - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Situng is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Saipung and around 96 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Situng is 279549. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Situng 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 Situng
As per Census 2011, Situng village has a total population of 83 people, consisting of 45 males and 38 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Situng are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Situng
Situng 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 Situng
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Situng.
| 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 Situng is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Situng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Situng 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Situng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Situng 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 Situng
Where is Situng located?
Situng village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Situng?
The pincode of Situng is 793200.
What is the population of Situng?
Situng has a total population of 83, including 45 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Situng?
There are 18 households in Situng.
What is the literacy rate in Situng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Situng is 28.92%. Male literacy is 31.11% and female literacy is 26.32%.