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.
Riwai 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 Riwai
As per Census 2011, Riwai village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 224 males and 214 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Riwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 224 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| 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 has a total population of 438, including 224 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Riwai?
There are 78 households in Riwai.
What is the literacy rate in Riwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riwai is 66.21%. Male literacy is 66.52% and female literacy is 65.89%.