Niamsang - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Niamsang is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niamsang is 278185. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Niamsang 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 Niamsang
According to the 2011 Census, Niamsang village had a total population of 156 people, including 82 males and 74 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 84.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Niamsang
Niamsang 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 Niamsang
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Niamsang.
| 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 Niamsang is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niamsang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niamsang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Niamsang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niamsang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niamsang
Where is Niamsang located?
Niamsang village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Niamsang?
The pincode of Niamsang is 793121.
What is the population of Niamsang?
Niamsang had a total population of 156, including 82 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Niamsang?
Niamsang had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niamsang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niamsang was 83.78%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 84.31%.