Latang-Riwan - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Latang-Riwan is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latang-Riwan is 279011. 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 Latang-Riwan
According to the 2011 Census, Latang-Riwan village had a total population of 16 people, including 7 males and 9 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.31%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Latang-Riwan
Latang-Riwan 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 Latang-Riwan
Latang-Riwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Latang-Riwan is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latang-Riwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latang-Riwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Latang-Riwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latang-Riwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Latang-Riwan
Where is Latang-Riwan located?
Latang-Riwan village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Latang-Riwan?
The pincode of Latang-Riwan is 793110.
What is the population of Latang-Riwan?
Latang-Riwan had a total population of 16, including 7 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Latang-Riwan?
Latang-Riwan had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latang-Riwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latang-Riwan was 92.31%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.