Wahskong - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Wahskong is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wahskong is 278904. 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 Wahskong
According to the 2011 Census, Wahskong village had a total population of 84 people, including 45 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 89.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 19 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Wahskong
Wahskong 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 Wahskong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wahskong.
| 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 Wahskong is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wahskong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wahskong 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 Wahskong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wahskong 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 Wahskong
Where is Wahskong located?
Wahskong village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wahskong?
The pincode of Wahskong is 793110.
What is the population of Wahskong?
Wahskong had a total population of 84, including 45 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Wahskong?
Wahskong had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wahskong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wahskong was 80.00%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 89.66%.