Khrang - Khatarshnong Laitkroh, East Khasi Hills
Khrang is a village situated in the Khatarshnong Laitkroh subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatarshnong Laitkroh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khrang is 278564. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
Khrang 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 Khrang
According to the 2011 Census, Khrang village had a total population of 508 people, including 269 males and 239 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.56%, with male literacy at 74.29% and female literacy at 74.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 508.
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 | 508 | 269 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 269 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 156 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 113 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Khrang
Khrang 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 Khrang
Khrang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shillong to Khrang is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khrang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khrang 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 Khrang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khrang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khrang
Where is Khrang located?
Khrang village is located in Khatarshnong Laitkroh Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khrang?
The pincode of Khrang is 793108.
What is the population of Khrang?
Khrang had a total population of 508, including 269 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Khrang?
Khrang had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khrang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khrang was 74.56%. Male literacy was 74.29% and female literacy was 74.87%.