Lyngkien Shyiap - Mylliem, East Khasi Hills
Lyngkien Shyiap is a village situated in the Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mylliem and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lyngkien Shyiap is 278308. The village falls under the 793009 pincode.
Lyngkien Shyiap 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 Lyngkien Shyiap
According to the 2011 Census, Lyngkien Shyiap village had a total population of 514 people, including 248 males and 266 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.82%, with male literacy at 72.25% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 514 | 248 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 248 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 138 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 110 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Lyngkien Shyiap
Lyngkien Shyiap 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 Lyngkien Shyiap
Lyngkien Shyiap is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Lyngkien Shyiap is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lyngkien Shyiap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lyngkien Shyiap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lyngkien Shyiap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lyngkien Shyiap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lyngkien Shyiap
Where is Lyngkien Shyiap located?
Lyngkien Shyiap village is located in Mylliem Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lyngkien Shyiap?
The pincode of Lyngkien Shyiap is 793009.
What is the population of Lyngkien Shyiap?
Lyngkien Shyiap had a total population of 514, including 248 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Lyngkien Shyiap?
Lyngkien Shyiap had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lyngkien Shyiap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lyngkien Shyiap was 71.82%. Male literacy was 72.25% and female literacy was 71.43%.