Tishang - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Tishang is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tishang is 279034. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Tishang 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 Tishang
As per Census 2011, Tishang village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 119 males and 61 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 512 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tishang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 119 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 95 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 24 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Tishang
Tishang 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 Tishang
Public transport in the Tishang 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 Tishang is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tishang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tishang 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 Tishang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tishang 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 Tishang
Where is Tishang located?
Tishang village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tishang?
The pincode of Tishang is 793110.
What is the population of Tishang?
Tishang has a total population of 180, including 119 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Tishang?
There are 34 households in Tishang.
What is the literacy rate in Tishang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tishang is 62.22%. Male literacy is 79.83% and female literacy is 27.87%.