Lyngkein

Lyngkein is a village located in Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mylliem (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Lyngkein has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lyngkein

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lyngkein is 278331. Mylliem is nearest town to Lyngkein village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Lyngkein

Below is a concise population overview of Lyngkein as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 618 329 289
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 72 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 617 328 289
Literate Population 368 178 190
Illiterate Population 250 151 99

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lyngkein village:

  • The total population of Lyngkein village is around 618, including approximately 329 males and 289 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Lyngkein village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lyngkein village has 617 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lyngkein village is about 59.55%, with male literacy at 54.10% and female literacy at 65.74%.
  • There are around 113 households in Lyngkein village.

Connectivity of Lyngkein

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lyngkein. As per the 2011 stats, Lyngkein had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lyngkein

Knowing the nearby villages of Lyngkein helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lyngkein.

Liewlong Umiew Rngi Shyllong Laitkor Lumheh Mawsing Mawri Nongbet Marbaniang Syllai U Lor Rangbihbih Umsaw

Frequently Asked Questions about Lyngkein

Where is Lyngkein located?
Lyngkein village is situated in Mylliem Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lyngkein?
The pincode of Lyngkein is 793009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lyngkein as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lyngkein is 618, with 329 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Lyngkein as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lyngkein village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lyngkein as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lyngkein is 59.55%. The male literacy rate is 54.10%, while the female literacy rate is 65.74%.