Raidkteng - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Raidkteng is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidkteng is 278782. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
Raidkteng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raidkteng
According to the 2011 Census, Raidkteng village had a total population of 7 people, including 4 males and 3 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Raidkteng
Raidkteng 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 Raidkteng
Raidkteng 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Raidkteng is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raidkteng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidkteng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raidkteng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidkteng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raidkteng
Where is Raidkteng located?
Raidkteng village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Raidkteng?
The pincode of Raidkteng is 793108.
What is the population of Raidkteng?
Raidkteng had a total population of 7, including 4 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Raidkteng?
Raidkteng had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidkteng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidkteng was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.