Musniang Jongden - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Musniang Jongden is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Khliehriat and around 40 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musniang Jongden is 279432. The village falls under the 793160 pincode.
Musniang Jongden 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 Musniang Jongden
As per Census 2011, Musniang Jongden village has a total population of 1,567 people, consisting of 769 males and 798 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 349 literate and 1,218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,556 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musniang Jongden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,567 | 769 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 203 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,556 | 762 | 794 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 160 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 609 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Musniang Jongden
Musniang Jongden 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 Musniang Jongden
Musniang Jongden is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Musniang Jongden 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 Musniang Jongden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musniang Jongden 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 Musniang Jongden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musniang Jongden 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 Musniang Jongden
Where is Musniang Jongden located?
Musniang Jongden village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Musniang Jongden?
The pincode of Musniang Jongden is 793160.
What is the population of Musniang Jongden?
Musniang Jongden has a total population of 1,567, including 769 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Musniang Jongden?
There are 268 households in Musniang Jongden.
What is the literacy rate in Musniang Jongden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musniang Jongden is 22.27%. Male literacy is 20.81% and female literacy is 23.68%.