Lad Wah Wapung - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Lad Wah Wapung is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Khliehriat and around 45 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lad Wah Wapung is 279445. The village falls under the 793160 pincode.
Lad Wah Wapung 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 Lad Wah Wapung
As per Census 2011, Lad Wah Wapung village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 113 males and 115 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lad Wah Wapung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 74 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Lad Wah Wapung
Lad Wah Wapung 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 Lad Wah Wapung
Lad Wah Wapung 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 >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 Lad Wah Wapung is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lad Wah Wapung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lad Wah Wapung 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 Lad Wah Wapung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lad Wah Wapung 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lad Wah Wapung
Where is Lad Wah Wapung located?
Lad Wah Wapung village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lad Wah Wapung?
The pincode of Lad Wah Wapung is 793160.
What is the population of Lad Wah Wapung?
Lad Wah Wapung has a total population of 228, including 113 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Lad Wah Wapung?
There are 40 households in Lad Wah Wapung.
What is the literacy rate in Lad Wah Wapung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lad Wah Wapung is 39.91%. Male literacy is 34.51% and female literacy is 45.22%.