Puriang

Puriang is a village located in Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mawryngkneng (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Puriang 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 Puriang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puriang is 278382. Mawryngkneng is nearest town to Puriang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Puriang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,004 982 1,022
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 482 241 241
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,997 978 1,019
Literate Population 989 418 571
Illiterate Population 1,015 564 451

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

  • The total population of Puriang village is around 2,004, including approximately 982 males and 1,022 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 482 children aged 0–6 years in Puriang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puriang village has 1,997 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puriang village is about 49.35%, with male literacy at 42.57% and female literacy at 55.87%.
  • There are around 382 households in Puriang village.

Connectivity of Puriang

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

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

Nearby Villages of Puriang

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

Sohryngkham Pommura Ksehpongdeng Mawryngkneng Thangshalai Mawlyndep Lamlyer Nongkrem Umphrup Umiew Maw U Sam Smit

Frequently Asked Questions about Puriang

Where is Puriang located?
Puriang village is situated in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Puriang?
The pincode of Puriang is 793021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puriang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puriang is 2,004, with 982 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Puriang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puriang village has a total of 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puriang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puriang is 49.35%. The male literacy rate is 42.57%, while the female literacy rate is 55.87%.