Wahstew
Wahstew is a village located in Khatarshnong Laitkroh subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Khatarshnong Laitkroh (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Shillong.
Wahstew has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wahstew
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahstew is 278500. Khatarshnong Laitkroh is nearest town to Wahstew village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Wahstew
Below is a concise population overview of Wahstew as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 167 | 83 | 84 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
Literate Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
Illiterate Population | 71 | 35 | 36 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wahstew village:
- The total population of Wahstew village is around 167, including approximately 83 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Wahstew village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wahstew village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 166 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wahstew village is about 57.49%, with male literacy at 57.83% and female literacy at 57.14%.
- There are around 37 households in Wahstew village.
Connectivity of Wahstew
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahstew. As per the 2011 stats, Wahstew had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wahstew
Knowing the nearby villages of Wahstew helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wahstew.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahstew
- Where is Wahstew located?
- Wahstew village is situated in Khatarshnong Laitkroh Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Wahstew?
- The pincode of Wahstew is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wahstew as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahstew is 167, with 83 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Wahstew as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wahstew village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wahstew as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahstew is 57.49%. The male literacy rate is 57.83%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.