Riwai - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Riwai 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 Riwai is 279031. 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 Riwai
According to the 2011 Census, Riwai village had a total population of 438 people, including 224 males and 214 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.69%, with male literacy at 80.98% and female literacy at 82.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 438 | 224 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 223 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 75 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Riwai
Riwai 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 Riwai
Riwai 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 >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 Riwai 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 Riwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riwai 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 Riwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riwai 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 Riwai
Where is Riwai located?
Riwai village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Riwai?
The pincode of Riwai is 793110.
What is the population of Riwai?
Riwai had a total population of 438, including 224 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Riwai?
Riwai had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riwai was 81.69%. Male literacy was 80.98% and female literacy was 82.46%.