Smit - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Smit is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Smit is 278388. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Smit 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 Smit
According to the 2011 Census, Smit village had a total population of 5,037 people, including 2,481 males and 2,556 females, living in 947 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 87.19% and female literacy at 88.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,013.
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 | 5,037 | 2,481 | 2,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 498 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,013 | 2,468 | 2,545 |
| Literate Population | 3,600 | 1,729 | 1,871 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,437 | 752 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Smit
Smit 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 Smit
Smit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Smit is about 18 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 Smit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Smit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Smit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Smit 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 Smit
Where is Smit located?
Smit village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Smit?
The pincode of Smit is 793015.
What is the population of Smit?
Smit had a total population of 5,037, including 2,481 males and 2,556 females.
How many households are there in Smit?
Smit had 947 households.
What is the literacy rate in Smit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Smit was 87.78%. Male literacy was 87.19% and female literacy was 88.34%.