Wahskong

Wahskong is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Wahskong 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 Wahskong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahskong is 278904. Pynursla is nearest town to Wahskong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Wahskong

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 84 45 39
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 9 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 84 45 39
Literate Population 52 26 26
Illiterate Population 32 19 13

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

  • The total population of Wahskong village is around 84, including approximately 45 males and 39 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Wahskong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wahskong village has 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wahskong village is about 61.90%, with male literacy at 57.78% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 16 households in Wahskong village.

Connectivity of Wahskong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahskong. As per the 2011 stats, Wahskong 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 Wahskong

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

Pomlum Nongjri Mawkajem Umktieh Ladmawkhap Mawkhap Kyntiew Masi Rngain

Frequently Asked Questions about Wahskong

Where is Wahskong located?
Wahskong village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wahskong?
The pincode of Wahskong is 793110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wahskong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahskong is 84, with 45 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Wahskong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wahskong village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wahskong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahskong is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 57.78%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.