12th Mer - Khatarshnong Laitkroh, East Khasi Hills
12th Mer is a village situated in the Khatarshnong Laitkroh subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatarshnong Laitkroh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 12th Mer is 278507. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
12th Mer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 12th Mer
According to the 2011 Census, 12th Mer village had a total population of 1,915 people, including 978 males and 937 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.60%, with male literacy at 65.22% and female literacy at 70.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,906.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,915 | 978 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 216 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,906 | 975 | 931 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 497 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 481 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of 12th Mer
12th Mer 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 12th Mer
12th Mer 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 Shillong to 12th Mer is about 20 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 12th Mer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 12th Mer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 12th Mer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 12th Mer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about 12th Mer
Where is 12th Mer located?
12th Mer village is located in Khatarshnong Laitkroh Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of 12th Mer?
The pincode of 12th Mer is 793108.
What is the population of 12th Mer?
12th Mer had a total population of 1,915, including 978 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in 12th Mer?
12th Mer had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in 12th Mer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 12th Mer was 67.60%. Male literacy was 65.22% and female literacy was 70.08%.