Skhen

Skhen is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Skhen 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 Skhen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Skhen is 278878. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Skhen village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Skhen

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 11 5 6
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2 1 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 4 6
Literate Population 5 2 3
Illiterate Population 6 3 3

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

  • The total population of Skhen village is around 11, including approximately 5 males and 6 females, with a sex ratio of 1200 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2 children aged 0–6 years in Skhen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Skhen village has 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Skhen village is about 45.45%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
  • There are around 2 households in Skhen village.

Connectivity of Skhen

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

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

Bholaganj Diengkain Khahmalai Lummuri Khahmohi Thliewumtham Khahsyndha Dalia Umsaw Lubia Umkhabaw

Frequently Asked Questions about Skhen

Where is Skhen located?
Skhen village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Skhen?
The pincode of Skhen is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Skhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Skhen is 11, with 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Skhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Skhen village has a total of 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Skhen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Skhen is 45.45%. The male literacy rate is 40.00%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.