Wahkhen

Wahkhen is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Wahkhen has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Wahkhen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahkhen is 278915. Pynursla is nearest town to Wahkhen village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Wahkhen

Below is a concise population overview of Wahkhen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,347 671 676
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 279 145 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,346 670 676
Literate Population 776 388 388
Illiterate Population 571 283 288

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wahkhen village:

  • The total population of Wahkhen village is around 1,347, including approximately 671 males and 676 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 279 children aged 0–6 years in Wahkhen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wahkhen village has 1,346 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wahkhen village is about 57.61%, with male literacy at 57.82% and female literacy at 57.40%.
  • There are around 275 households in Wahkhen village.

Connectivity of Wahkhen

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahkhen. As per the 2011 stats, Wahkhen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wahkhen

Knowing the nearby villages of Wahkhen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wahkhen.

Rngain Mawah Dymmiew Japung Massar Laitlyting Mawlieh Lyting Lalbri Iewduh Lyngkyrdem Langkawet Lyting Lyngdoh

Frequently Asked Questions about Wahkhen

Where is Wahkhen located?
Wahkhen village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wahkhen?
The pincode of Wahkhen is 793110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wahkhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahkhen is 1,347, with 671 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Wahkhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wahkhen village has a total of 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wahkhen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahkhen is 57.61%. The male literacy rate is 57.82%, while the female literacy rate is 57.40%.