Lyngkhwir

Lyngkhwir is a village located in Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mawphlang (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Lyngkhwir 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 Lyngkhwir

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lyngkhwir is 278166. Mawphlang is nearest town to Lyngkhwir village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lyngkhwir

Below is a concise population overview of Lyngkhwir as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 114 57 57
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 9 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 112 56 56
Literate Population 81 40 41
Illiterate Population 33 17 16

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lyngkhwir village:

  • The total population of Lyngkhwir village is around 114, including approximately 57 males and 57 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Lyngkhwir village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lyngkhwir village has 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lyngkhwir village is about 71.05%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 71.93%.
  • There are around 23 households in Lyngkhwir village.

Connectivity of Lyngkhwir

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lyngkhwir. As per the 2011 stats, Lyngkhwir had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lyngkhwir

Knowing the nearby villages of Lyngkhwir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lyngkhwir.

Lumsohriew Umthlong Ladmawreng Mawkalum Mawreng Mawreng Mihngi Kreit Mawshaton Sohram Lwai Kharnongwah Laitpynter Synrangkaban Phudmyrdong

Frequently Asked Questions about Lyngkhwir

Where is Lyngkhwir located?
Lyngkhwir village is situated in Mawphlang Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lyngkhwir?
The pincode of Lyngkhwir is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lyngkhwir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lyngkhwir is 114, with 57 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Lyngkhwir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lyngkhwir village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lyngkhwir as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lyngkhwir is 71.05%. The male literacy rate is 70.18%, while the female literacy rate is 71.93%.