Laitlum

Laitlum is a village located in Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkynrew (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Laitlum 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 Laitlum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Laitlum is 278446. Mawkynrew is nearest town to Laitlum village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Laitlum

Below is a concise population overview of Laitlum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 728 366 362
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 83 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 721 362 359
Literate Population 441 210 231
Illiterate Population 287 156 131

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Laitlum village:

  • The total population of Laitlum village is around 728, including approximately 366 males and 362 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Laitlum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Laitlum village has 721 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Laitlum village is about 60.58%, with male literacy at 57.38% and female literacy at 63.81%.
  • There are around 148 households in Laitlum village.

Connectivity of Laitlum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Laitlum. As per the 2011 stats, Laitlum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Laitlum

Knowing the nearby villages of Laitlum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Laitlum.

Laitkyrhong Mawslang Rangphlang Mawpynieng Rasong Mawblang Umkhoi Mawlein Mawkynrew Umtong Laitmynsang

Frequently Asked Questions about Laitlum

Where is Laitlum located?
Laitlum village is situated in Mawkynrew Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Laitlum?
The pincode of Laitlum is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Laitlum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Laitlum is 728, with 366 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Laitlum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Laitlum village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laitlum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Laitlum is 60.58%. The male literacy rate is 57.38%, while the female literacy rate is 63.81%.