East Khasi Hills
East Khasi Hills is a district in the Meghalaya State of India. The total area of East Khasi Hills district is 2,748 km², which includes 2,679.38 km² of rural area and 68.62 km² of urban area. There are about 923 villages in East Khasi Hills district.
For administrative convenience, East Khasi Hills district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 8 subdivisions in East Khasi Hills district. Here is the list of all East Khasi Hills Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in East Khasi Hills District
# | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
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1 | Khatarshnong Laitkroh | 324 | 33,570 |
2 | Mawkynrew | 346 | 44,602 |
3 | Mawphlang | 302 | 71,491 |
4 | Mawryngkneng | 286 | 67,291 |
5 | Mawsynram | 510 | 54,109 |
6 | Mylliem | 215 | 4,42,950 |
7 | Pynursla | 414 | 57,870 |
8 | Shella Bholaganj | 352 | 54,039 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Mawsynram is the largest subdivision in east khasi hills district, covering an area of 509.64 km², while Mylliem is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 215.33 km². Mylliem is the most populous, whereas Khatarshnong Laitkroh is the least populous subdivision in east khasi hills district.
Particulars | Area | Population |
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Lartest Tehsil | Mawsynram | Mylliem |
Smallest Tehsil | Mylliem | Mylliem |
Population of East Khasi Hills District
The population of East Khasi Hills offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of East Khasi Hills, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total Population | 8,25,922 | 4,59,441 | 3,66,481 |
Total Male Population | 4,10,749 | 2,28,409 | 1,82,340 |
Total Female Population | 4,15,173 | 2,31,032 | 1,84,141 |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,055 | 95,328 | 43,727 |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,805 | 48,233 | 22,572 |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68,250 | 47,095 | 21,155 |
Literate Population | 5,78,030 | 2,83,008 | 2,95,022 |
Literate Male Population | 2,87,270 | 1,38,245 | 1,49,025 |
Literate Female Population | 2,90,760 | 1,44,763 | 1,45,997 |
Illiterate Population | 2,47,892 | 1,76,433 | 71,459 |
Illiterate Male Population | 1,23,479 | 90,164 | 33,315 |
Illiterate Female Population | 1,24,413 | 86,269 | 38,144 |
Households | 1,64,046 | 86,985 | 77,061 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of East Khasi Hills district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of East Khasi Hills district is 8,25,922, including 4,10,749 males and 4,15,173 females. In rural areas, it is 4,59,441, including 2,28,409 males and 2,31,032 females. In urban areas, it is 3,66,481, including 1,82,340 males and 1,84,141 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in East Khasi Hills district is 1,39,055, including 70,805 boys and 68,250 girls. In rural areas, it is 95,328, including 48,233 boys and 47,095 girls. In urban areas, it is 43,727, including 22,572 boys and 21,155 girls.
- Literate population in East Khasi Hills district is around 5,78,030, including 2,87,270 males and 2,90,760 females. In rural areas, it is 2,83,008, including 1,38,245 males and 1,44,763 females. In urban areas, it is 2,95,022, including 1,49,025 males and 1,45,997 females.
- Illiterate population in East Khasi Hills district is about 2,47,892, including 1,23,479 males and 1,24,413 females. In rural areas, it is 1,76,433, including 90,164 males and 86,269 females. In urban areas, it is 71,459, including 33,315 males and 38,144 females.
- There are about 1,64,046 households in East Khasi Hills district, including 86,985 in rural areas and 77,061 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within East Khasi Hills. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total SC Population | 5,642 | 3,054 | 2,588 |
SC Male Population | 2,924 | 1,566 | 1,358 |
SC Female Population | 2,718 | 1,488 | 1,230 |
Total ST Population | 6,61,158 | 4,32,621 | 2,28,537 |
ST Male Population | 3,20,048 | 2,13,721 | 1,06,327 |
ST Female Population | 3,41,110 | 2,18,900 | 1,22,210 |
Population Density | 301 / km² | 172 / km² | 5,341 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of East Khasi Hills district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in East Khasi Hills district is approximately 5,642, including 2,924 males and 2,718 females. In rural areas, it is 3,054, including 1,566 males and 1,488 females. In urban areas, it is 2,588, including 1,358 males and 1,230 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in East Khasi Hills district is about 6,61,158, including 3,20,048 males and 3,41,110 females. In rural areas, it is 4,32,621, including 2,13,721 males and 2,18,900 females. In urban areas, it is 2,28,537, including 1,06,327 males and 1,22,210 females.
- Overall population density of East Khasi Hills district is around 301 people per km². Rural areas have about 172 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,341 people per km².