Wapung Skur - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Wapung Skur is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Khliehriat and around 25 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wapung Skur is 279399. The village falls under the 793160 pincode.
Wapung Skur 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 Wapung Skur
As per Census 2011, Wapung Skur village has a total population of 2,289 people, consisting of 1,138 males and 1,151 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,203 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wapung Skur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,289 | 1,138 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 253 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,274 | 1,129 | 1,145 |
| Literate Population | 1,203 | 544 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 594 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Wapung Skur
Wapung Skur 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 Wapung Skur
Wapung Skur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Wapung Skur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wapung Skur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wapung Skur 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 Wapung Skur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wapung Skur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wapung Skur
Where is Wapung Skur located?
Wapung Skur village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wapung Skur?
The pincode of Wapung Skur is 793160.
What is the population of Wapung Skur?
Wapung Skur has a total population of 2,289, including 1,138 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Wapung Skur?
There are 355 households in Wapung Skur.
What is the literacy rate in Wapung Skur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wapung Skur is 52.56%. Male literacy is 47.80% and female literacy is 57.25%.