Rajagaon East - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Rajagaon East is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajagaon East is 278733. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rajagaon East
According to the 2011 Census, Rajagaon East village had a total population of 165 people, including 93 males and 72 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.48%, with male literacy at 25.33% and female literacy at 21.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 165 | 93 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 74 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Rajagaon East
Rajagaon East 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 Rajagaon East
Rajagaon East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rajagaon East is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajagaon East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajagaon East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajagaon East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajagaon East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajagaon East
Where is Rajagaon East located?
Rajagaon East village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rajagaon East?
The pincode of Rajagaon East is 793106.
What is the population of Rajagaon East?
Rajagaon East had a total population of 165, including 93 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Rajagaon East?
Rajagaon East had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajagaon East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajagaon East was 23.48%. Male literacy was 25.33% and female literacy was 21.05%.