Pingwait

Pingwait is a village located in Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkynrew (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Pingwait 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 Pingwait

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pingwait is 278431. Mawkynrew is nearest town to Pingwait village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pingwait

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,192 603 589
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 138 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,188 601 587
Literate Population 770 384 386
Illiterate Population 422 219 203

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

  • The total population of Pingwait village is around 1,192, including approximately 603 males and 589 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Pingwait village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pingwait village has 1,188 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pingwait village is about 64.60%, with male literacy at 63.68% and female literacy at 65.53%.
  • There are around 196 households in Pingwait village.

Connectivity of Pingwait

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pingwait. As per the 2011 stats, Pingwait 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 Pingwait

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

Thangsning Mawlali Thynroit Kharang Dienglieng Nongjrong Syniasya Umsning Tanglei Jongksha

Frequently Asked Questions about Pingwait

Where is Pingwait located?
Pingwait village is situated in Mawkynrew Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pingwait?
The pincode of Pingwait is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pingwait as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pingwait is 1,192, with 603 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Pingwait as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pingwait village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingwait as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pingwait is 64.60%. The male literacy rate is 63.68%, while the female literacy rate is 65.53%.