Thadan - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Thadan 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thadan is 278393. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Thadan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkynrew Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thadan
According to the 2011 Census, Thadan village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 556 males and 581 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.90%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 85.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,125.
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 | 1,137 | 556 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 549 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 339 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 217 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Thadan
Thadan 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 Thadan
Public transport in the Thadan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thadan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thadan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thadan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thadan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thadan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thadan
Where is Thadan located?
Thadan village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Thadan?
The pincode of Thadan is 793015.
What is the population of Thadan?
Thadan had a total population of 1,137, including 556 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Thadan?
Thadan had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thadan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thadan was 82.90%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 85.78%.