Wahlakhiat
Wahlakhiat is a village located in Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkynrew (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Shillong.
Wahlakhiat 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 Wahlakhiat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahlakhiat is 278493. Mawkynrew is nearest town to Wahlakhiat village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Wahlakhiat
Below is a concise population overview of Wahlakhiat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,028 | 505 | 523 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 112 | 119 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,020 | 499 | 521 |
Literate Population | 550 | 253 | 297 |
Illiterate Population | 478 | 252 | 226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wahlakhiat village:
- The total population of Wahlakhiat village is around 1,028, including approximately 505 males and 523 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Wahlakhiat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wahlakhiat village has 1,020 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wahlakhiat village is about 53.50%, with male literacy at 50.10% and female literacy at 56.79%.
- There are around 177 households in Wahlakhiat village.
Connectivity of Wahlakhiat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahlakhiat. As per the 2011 stats, Wahlakhiat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wahlakhiat
Knowing the nearby villages of Wahlakhiat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wahlakhiat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahlakhiat
- Where is Wahlakhiat located?
- Wahlakhiat village is situated in Mawkynrew Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Wahlakhiat?
- The pincode of Wahlakhiat is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wahlakhiat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahlakhiat is 1,028, with 505 males and 523 females.
- How many households are there in Wahlakhiat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wahlakhiat village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wahlakhiat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahlakhiat is 53.50%. The male literacy rate is 50.10%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.