Dienglieng - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Dienglieng is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dienglieng is 278432. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Dienglieng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkynrew Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dienglieng
According to the 2011 Census, Dienglieng village had a total population of 898 people, including 466 males and 432 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.11%, with male literacy at 59.41% and female literacy at 77.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 872.
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 | 898 | 466 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 126 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 872 | 455 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 202 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 264 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Dienglieng
Dienglieng 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 Dienglieng
Public transport in the Dienglieng 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 Dienglieng is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dienglieng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dienglieng 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 Dienglieng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dienglieng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dienglieng
Where is Dienglieng located?
Dienglieng village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dienglieng?
The pincode of Dienglieng is 793015.
What is the population of Dienglieng?
Dienglieng had a total population of 898, including 466 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Dienglieng?
Dienglieng had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dienglieng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dienglieng was 68.11%. Male literacy was 59.41% and female literacy was 77.13%.