Thangsning - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Thangsning is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangsning is 278427. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Thangsning 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 Thangsning
According to the 2011 Census, Thangsning village had a total population of 1,472 people, including 729 males and 743 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 84.05% and female literacy at 85.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,468.
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 | 1,472 | 729 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 171 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,468 | 727 | 741 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 469 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 260 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Thangsning
Thangsning 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 Thangsning
Thangsning is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Thangsning is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangsning
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangsning village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thangsning
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangsning 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 Thangsning
Where is Thangsning located?
Thangsning village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Thangsning?
The pincode of Thangsning is 793015.
What is the population of Thangsning?
Thangsning had a total population of 1,472, including 729 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Thangsning?
Thangsning had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangsning?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangsning was 85.00%. Male literacy was 84.05% and female literacy was 85.94%.