Tuituk - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Tuituk is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Saipung and around 85 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuituk is 279537. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Tuituk 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 Tuituk
As per Census 2011, Tuituk village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 96 males and 90 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuituk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 65 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Tuituk
Tuituk 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 Tuituk
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tuituk.
| 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 Tuituk is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuituk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuituk 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 Tuituk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuituk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tuituk
Where is Tuituk located?
Tuituk village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tuituk?
The pincode of Tuituk is 793200.
What is the population of Tuituk?
Tuituk has a total population of 186, including 96 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Tuituk?
There are 33 households in Tuituk.
What is the literacy rate in Tuituk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuituk is 31.72%. Male literacy is 32.29% and female literacy is 31.11%.