Pingwait - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Pingwait is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingwait is 278431. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Pingwait 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 Pingwait
According to the 2011 Census, Pingwait village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 603 males and 589 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.56%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 88.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,188.
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 | 1,192 | 603 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 138 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,188 | 601 | 587 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 384 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 219 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Pingwait
Pingwait 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 Pingwait
Pingwait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Pingwait is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pingwait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingwait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pingwait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingwait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pingwait
Where is Pingwait located?
Pingwait village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pingwait?
The pincode of Pingwait is 793015.
What is the population of Pingwait?
Pingwait had a total population of 1,192, including 603 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Pingwait?
Pingwait had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingwait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingwait was 85.56%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 88.74%.