Rimai - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Rimai is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rimai is 279046. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Rimai 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 Rimai
As per Census 2011, Rimai village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 33 males and 28 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rimai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Rimai
Rimai 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 Rimai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rimai.
| 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 Rimai is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rimai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rimai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rimai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rimai 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 Rimai
Where is Rimai located?
Rimai village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rimai?
The pincode of Rimai is 793110.
What is the population of Rimai?
Rimai has a total population of 61, including 33 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Rimai?
There are 12 households in Rimai.
What is the literacy rate in Rimai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rimai is 54.10%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 42.86%.