Wahlyngkien Sunei - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Wahlyngkien Sunei is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wahlyngkien Sunei is 278205. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Wahlyngkien Sunei 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 Wahlyngkien Sunei
According to the 2011 Census, Wahlyngkien Sunei village had a total population of 354 people, including 172 males and 182 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.46%, with male literacy at 90.30% and female literacy at 84.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 354 | 172 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 172 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 121 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 51 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Wahlyngkien Sunei
Wahlyngkien Sunei 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 Wahlyngkien Sunei
Wahlyngkien Sunei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Wahlyngkien Sunei has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Wahlyngkien Sunei is about 30 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 Wahlyngkien Sunei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wahlyngkien Sunei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wahlyngkien Sunei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wahlyngkien Sunei 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wahlyngkien Sunei
Where is Wahlyngkien Sunei located?
Wahlyngkien Sunei village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wahlyngkien Sunei?
The pincode of Wahlyngkien Sunei is 793121.
What is the population of Wahlyngkien Sunei?
Wahlyngkien Sunei had a total population of 354, including 172 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Wahlyngkien Sunei?
Wahlyngkien Sunei had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wahlyngkien Sunei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wahlyngkien Sunei was 87.46%. Male literacy was 90.30% and female literacy was 84.83%.