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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tishang
According to the 2011 Census, Tishang village had a total population of 180 people, including 119 males and 61 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 513 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 85.59% and female literacy at 39.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 180 | 119 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 180, including 119 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Tishang?
Tishang had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tishang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tishang was 72.73%. Male literacy was 85.59% and female literacy was 39.53%.