Ryngkew - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Ryngkew is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ryngkew is 278969. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Ryngkew 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 Ryngkew
As per Census 2011, Ryngkew village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 138 males and 154 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ryngkew are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 138 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 138 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 94 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Ryngkew
Ryngkew 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 Ryngkew
Ryngkew 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 Ryngkew is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ryngkew
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ryngkew 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 Ryngkew
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ryngkew 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 Ryngkew
Where is Ryngkew located?
Ryngkew village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ryngkew?
The pincode of Ryngkew is 793110.
What is the population of Ryngkew?
Ryngkew has a total population of 292, including 138 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Ryngkew?
There are 77 households in Ryngkew.
What is the literacy rate in Ryngkew?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ryngkew is 29.45%. Male literacy is 31.88% and female literacy is 27.27%.