Khimmurah - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Khimmurah is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khimmurah is 278213. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Khimmurah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawphlang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khimmurah
According to the 2011 Census, Khimmurah village had a total population of 144 people, including 75 males and 69 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 56.67% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 41 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Khimmurah
Khimmurah 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 Khimmurah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khimmurah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Khimmurah is about 31 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 Khimmurah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khimmurah 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 Khimmurah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khimmurah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khimmurah
Where is Khimmurah located?
Khimmurah village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khimmurah?
The pincode of Khimmurah is 793121.
What is the population of Khimmurah?
Khimmurah had a total population of 144, including 75 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Khimmurah?
Khimmurah had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khimmurah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khimmurah was 67.50%. Male literacy was 56.67% and female literacy was 78.33%.