Siejiong - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Siejiong is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siejiong is 278371. The village falls under the 793018 pincode.
Siejiong 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 Siejiong
According to the 2011 Census, Siejiong village had a total population of 509 people, including 237 males and 272 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 67.03% and female literacy at 82.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 509 | 237 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 237 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 124 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 113 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Siejiong
Siejiong 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 Siejiong
Public transport in the Siejiong is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Siejiong is about 25 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 Siejiong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siejiong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Siejiong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siejiong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siejiong
Where is Siejiong located?
Siejiong village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Siejiong?
The pincode of Siejiong is 793018.
What is the population of Siejiong?
Siejiong had a total population of 509, including 237 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Siejiong?
Siejiong had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siejiong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siejiong was 75.61%. Male literacy was 67.03% and female literacy was 82.67%.