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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langkawet
According to the 2011 Census, Langkawet village had a total population of 229 people, including 123 males and 106 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.16%, with male literacy at 70.41% and female literacy at 65.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 229, including 123 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Langkawet?
Langkawet had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langkawet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langkawet was 68.16%. Male literacy was 70.41% and female literacy was 65.43%.