Urksew Wahpathaw - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Urksew Wahpathaw is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urksew Wahpathaw is 278944. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Urksew Wahpathaw 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 Urksew Wahpathaw
As per Census 2011, Urksew Wahpathaw village has a total population of 805 people, consisting of 377 males and 428 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 803 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urksew Wahpathaw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 377 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 375 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 271 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 106 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Urksew Wahpathaw
Urksew Wahpathaw 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 Urksew Wahpathaw
Urksew Wahpathaw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Urksew Wahpathaw is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urksew Wahpathaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urksew Wahpathaw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Urksew Wahpathaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urksew Wahpathaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Urksew Wahpathaw
Where is Urksew Wahpathaw located?
Urksew Wahpathaw village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Urksew Wahpathaw?
The pincode of Urksew Wahpathaw is 793110.
What is the population of Urksew Wahpathaw?
Urksew Wahpathaw has a total population of 805, including 377 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Urksew Wahpathaw?
There are 156 households in Urksew Wahpathaw.
What is the literacy rate in Urksew Wahpathaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urksew Wahpathaw is 72.05%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 72.20%.