5th Mile - Mylliem, East Khasi Hills
5th Mile is a village situated in the Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mylliem and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of 5th Mile is 278299. The village falls under the 793009 pincode.
5th Mile village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mylliem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of 5th Mile
According to the 2011 Census, 5th Mile village had a total population of 1,516 people, including 701 males and 815 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.86%, with male literacy at 91.48% and female literacy at 92.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,413.
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 | 1,516 | 701 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,413 | 651 | 762 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 537 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 164 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of 5th Mile
5th Mile 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 5th Mile
5th Mile 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 5th Mile is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in 5th Mile
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 5th Mile village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 5th Mile
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving 5th Mile 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about 5th Mile
Where is 5th Mile located?
5th Mile village is located in Mylliem Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of 5th Mile?
The pincode of 5th Mile is 793009.
What is the population of 5th Mile?
5th Mile had a total population of 1,516, including 701 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in 5th Mile?
5th Mile had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in 5th Mile?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of 5th Mile was 91.86%. Male literacy was 91.48% and female literacy was 92.17%.