Langkawet - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Langkawet is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langkawet is 278920. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Langkawet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langkawet
As per Census 2011, Langkawet village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 123 males and 106 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langkawet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 69 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 54 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Langkawet
Langkawet 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 Langkawet
Langkawet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Langkawet is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langkawet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langkawet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Langkawet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langkawet 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Langkawet
Where is Langkawet located?
Langkawet village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Langkawet?
The pincode of Langkawet is 793110.
What is the population of Langkawet?
Langkawet has a total population of 229, including 123 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Langkawet?
There are 48 households in Langkawet.
What is the literacy rate in Langkawet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langkawet is 53.28%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 50.00%.