Byndihati - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Byndihati is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Khliehriat and around 40 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byndihati is 279435. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Byndihati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Khliehriat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Byndihati
As per Census 2011, Byndihati village has a total population of 2,630 people, consisting of 1,313 males and 1,317 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 691 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 1,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,594 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byndihati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,630 | 1,313 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 348 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 13 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,594 | 1,288 | 1,306 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 507 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,556 | 806 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Byndihati
Byndihati 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 Byndihati
Byndihati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Byndihati is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byndihati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byndihati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Byndihati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byndihati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Byndihati
Where is Byndihati located?
Byndihati village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Byndihati?
The pincode of Byndihati is 793200.
What is the population of Byndihati?
Byndihati has a total population of 2,630, including 1,313 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Byndihati?
There are 415 households in Byndihati.
What is the literacy rate in Byndihati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byndihati is 40.84%. Male literacy is 38.61% and female literacy is 43.05%.