Saitwait - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Saitwait is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 59.5 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saitwait is 278961. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Saitwait 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 Saitwait
As per Census 2011, Saitwait village has a total population of 375 people, consisting of 175 males and 200 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saitwait are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 175 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 174 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 111 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Saitwait
Saitwait 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 Saitwait
Saitwait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Saitwait is about 59.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saitwait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saitwait 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 Saitwait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saitwait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saitwait
Where is Saitwait located?
Saitwait village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Saitwait?
The pincode of Saitwait is 793110.
What is the population of Saitwait?
Saitwait has a total population of 375, including 175 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Saitwait?
There are 79 households in Saitwait.
What is the literacy rate in Saitwait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saitwait is 36.27%. Male literacy is 36.57% and female literacy is 36.00%.