Riwai

Riwai is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Riwai has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Riwai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Riwai is 279031. Pynursla is nearest town to Riwai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Riwai

Below is a concise population overview of Riwai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 438 224 214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 40 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 437 223 214
Literate Population 290 149 141
Illiterate Population 148 75 73

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Riwai village:

  • The total population of Riwai village is around 438, including approximately 224 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Riwai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Riwai village has 437 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Riwai village is about 66.21%, with male literacy at 66.52% and female literacy at 65.89%.
  • There are around 78 households in Riwai village.

Connectivity of Riwai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Riwai. As per the 2011 stats, Riwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Riwai

Knowing the nearby villages of Riwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Riwai.

Lum Lyer Pyrjat Nongkyndah Nongkhaiwui Thiep Shkai Mawlynnong Tynriang Tishang Nongjri War Mawpathaw Nongjri Shkod

Frequently Asked Questions about Riwai

Where is Riwai located?
Riwai village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Riwai?
The pincode of Riwai is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Riwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Riwai is 438, with 224 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Riwai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Riwai village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riwai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Riwai is 66.21%. The male literacy rate is 66.52%, while the female literacy rate is 65.89%.