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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saitwait
According to the 2011 Census, Saitwait village had a total population of 375 people, including 175 males and 200 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.06%, with male literacy at 47.41% and female literacy at 46.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 374.
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 | 375 | 175 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 375, including 175 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Saitwait?
Saitwait had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saitwait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saitwait was 47.06%. Male literacy was 47.41% and female literacy was 46.75%.