Diengpasoh - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Diengpasoh is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diengpasoh is 278369. The village falls under the 793018 pincode.
Diengpasoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawryngkneng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diengpasoh
As per Census 2011, Diengpasoh village has a total population of 2,191 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 1,119 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,314 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diengpasoh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,191 | 1,072 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 255 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,179 | 1,064 | 1,115 |
| Literate Population | 1,314 | 602 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 470 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Diengpasoh
Diengpasoh 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 Diengpasoh
Diengpasoh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Diengpasoh is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diengpasoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diengpasoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Diengpasoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diengpasoh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Diengpasoh
Where is Diengpasoh located?
Diengpasoh village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Diengpasoh?
The pincode of Diengpasoh is 793018.
What is the population of Diengpasoh?
Diengpasoh has a total population of 2,191, including 1,072 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Diengpasoh?
There are 408 households in Diengpasoh.
What is the literacy rate in Diengpasoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diengpasoh is 59.97%. Male literacy is 56.16% and female literacy is 63.63%.