Weiloi - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Weiloi is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Weiloi is 278622. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Weiloi
According to the 2011 Census, Weiloi village had a total population of 753 people, including 366 males and 387 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.01%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 83.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 744.
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 | 753 | 366 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 360 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 248 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 118 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Weiloi
Weiloi 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 Weiloi
Weiloi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Weiloi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Weiloi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Weiloi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Weiloi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Weiloi 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 Weiloi
Where is Weiloi located?
Weiloi village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Weiloi?
The pincode of Weiloi is 793121.
What is the population of Weiloi?
Weiloi had a total population of 753, including 366 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Weiloi?
Weiloi had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Weiloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Weiloi was 86.01%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 83.61%.