Khahkangi - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Khahkangi is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khahkangi is 278869. The village falls under the 793112 pincode.
Khahkangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khahkangi
As per Census 2011, Khahkangi village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 145 males and 139 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khahkangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 145 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 96 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Khahkangi
Khahkangi 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 Khahkangi
Khahkangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khahkangi is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khahkangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khahkangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khahkangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khahkangi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khahkangi
Where is Khahkangi located?
Khahkangi village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khahkangi?
The pincode of Khahkangi is 793112.
What is the population of Khahkangi?
Khahkangi has a total population of 284, including 145 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Khahkangi?
There are 51 households in Khahkangi.
What is the literacy rate in Khahkangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khahkangi is 27.82%. Male literacy is 33.79% and female literacy is 21.58%.