Wahlyngngia - Sohiong, East Khasi Hills
Wahlyngngia is a village situated in the Sohiong subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Mawphlang and around 44 km from Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wahlyngngia is 278152. The village falls under the 793115 pincode.
Wahlyngngia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohing Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wahlyngngia
According to the 2011 Census, Wahlyngngia village had a total population of 308 people, including 158 males and 150 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.55%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 84.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
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 | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 59 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Wahlyngngia
Wahlyngngia 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 Wahlyngngia
Wahlyngngia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Wahlyngngia is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wahlyngngia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wahlyngngia 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 Wahlyngngia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wahlyngngia 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 Wahlyngngia
Where is Wahlyngngia located?
Wahlyngngia village is located in Sohiong Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Wahlyngngia?
The pincode of Wahlyngngia is 793115.
What is the population of Wahlyngngia?
Wahlyngngia had a total population of 308, including 158 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Wahlyngngia?
Wahlyngngia had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wahlyngngia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wahlyngngia was 83.55%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 84.68%.