Siej - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Siej is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siej is 278844. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siej
According to the 2011 Census, Siej village had a total population of 23 people, including 14 males and 9 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 643 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.44%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Siej
Siej 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 Siej
Siej 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 Siej is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siej 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siej
Where is Siej located?
Siej village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Siej?
The pincode of Siej is 793108.
What is the population of Siej?
Siej had a total population of 23, including 14 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Siej?
Siej had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siej was 94.44%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.