Lempluh - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Lempluh is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lempluh is 278247. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Lempluh 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 Lempluh
According to the 2011 Census, Lempluh village had a total population of 359 people, including 185 males and 174 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.34%, with male literacy at 99.28% and female literacy at 95.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 137 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 48 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Lempluh
Lempluh 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 Lempluh
Public transport in the Lempluh is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lempluh is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lempluh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lempluh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lempluh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lempluh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lempluh
Where is Lempluh located?
Lempluh village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lempluh?
The pincode of Lempluh is 793121.
What is the population of Lempluh?
Lempluh had a total population of 359, including 185 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Lempluh?
Lempluh had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lempluh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lempluh was 97.34%. Male literacy was 99.28% and female literacy was 95.20%.