Sutnga - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Sutnga is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Khliehriat and around 45 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutnga is 279403. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Sutnga 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 Sutnga
As per Census 2011, Sutnga village has a total population of 3,608 people, consisting of 1,817 males and 1,791 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 689 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,368 literate and 1,240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,577 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutnga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,608 | 1,817 | 1,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 365 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,577 | 1,794 | 1,783 |
| Literate Population | 2,368 | 1,152 | 1,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,240 | 665 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Sutnga
Sutnga 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 Sutnga
Sutnga 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 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 Sutnga 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 Sutnga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutnga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sutnga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutnga 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sutnga
Where is Sutnga located?
Sutnga village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sutnga?
The pincode of Sutnga is 793200.
What is the population of Sutnga?
Sutnga has a total population of 3,608, including 1,817 males and 1,791 females.
How many households are there in Sutnga?
There are 550 households in Sutnga.
What is the literacy rate in Sutnga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutnga is 65.63%. Male literacy is 63.40% and female literacy is 67.90%.