Jaintia Hills
Jaintia Hills is a district in the Meghalaya State of India. The total area of Jaintia Hills district is 3,819 km², which includes 3,811.00 km² of rural area and 8.00 km² of urban area. There are about 498 villages in Jaintia Hills district.
For administrative convenience, Jaintia Hills district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 5 subdivisions in Jaintia Hills district. Here is the list of all Jaintia Hills Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Jaintia Hills District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amlarem | 398 | 43,844 |
| 2 | Khliehriat | 1,280 | 85,832 |
| 3 | Laskein | 390 | 90,402 |
| 4 | Saipung | 846 | 37,107 |
| 5 | Thadlaskein | 905 | 1,37,939 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Khliehriat is the largest subdivision in jaintia hills district, covering an area of 1280.00 km², while Laskein is the smallest subdivision in the district, with an area of 390.40 km². Thadlaskein is the most populous, whereas Saipung is the least populous subdivision in jaintia hills district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Khliehriat | Thadlaskein |
| Smallest Tehsil | Laskein | Laskein |
Population of Jaintia Hills District
The population of Jaintia Hills offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Jaintia Hills, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,95,124 | 3,66,694 | 28,430 |
| Total Male Population | 1,96,285 | 1,82,610 | 13,675 |
| Total Female Population | 1,98,839 | 1,84,084 | 14,755 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 90,911 | 87,054 | 3,857 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46,011 | 44,053 | 1,958 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44,900 | 43,001 | 1,899 |
| Literate Population | 1,87,527 | 1,65,140 | 22,387 |
| Literate Male Population | 87,371 | 76,611 | 10,760 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,00,156 | 88,529 | 11,627 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,07,597 | 2,01,554 | 6,043 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,08,914 | 1,05,999 | 2,915 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 98,683 | 95,555 | 3,128 |
| Households | 66,028 | 61,086 | 4,942 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jaintia Hills district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jaintia Hills district is 3,95,124, including 1,96,285 males and 1,98,839 females. In rural areas, it is 3,66,694, including 1,82,610 males and 1,84,084 females. In urban areas, it is 28,430, including 13,675 males and 14,755 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jaintia Hills district is 90,911, including 46,011 boys and 44,900 girls. In rural areas, it is 87,054, including 44,053 boys and 43,001 girls. In urban areas, it is 3,857, including 1,958 boys and 1,899 girls.
- Literate population in Jaintia Hills district is around 1,87,527, including 87,371 males and 1,00,156 females. In rural areas, it is 1,65,140, including 76,611 males and 88,529 females. In urban areas, it is 22,387, including 10,760 males and 11,627 females.
- Illiterate population in Jaintia Hills district is about 2,07,597, including 1,08,914 males and 98,683 females. In rural areas, it is 2,01,554, including 1,05,999 males and 95,555 females. In urban areas, it is 6,043, including 2,915 males and 3,128 females.
- There are about 66,028 households in Jaintia Hills district, including 61,086 in rural areas and 4,942 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jaintia Hills. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 1,317 | 1,215 | 102 |
| SC Male Population | 784 | 724 | 60 |
| SC Female Population | 533 | 491 | 42 |
| Total ST Population | 3,76,099 | 3,50,158 | 25,941 |
| ST Male Population | 1,85,866 | 1,73,617 | 12,249 |
| ST Female Population | 1,90,233 | 1,76,541 | 13,692 |
| Population Density | 104 / km² | 96 / km² | 3,554 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jaintia Hills district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jaintia Hills district is approximately 1,317, including 784 males and 533 females. In rural areas, it is 1,215, including 724 males and 491 females. In urban areas, it is 102, including 60 males and 42 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jaintia Hills district is about 3,76,099, including 1,85,866 males and 1,90,233 females. In rural areas, it is 3,50,158, including 1,73,617 males and 1,76,541 females. In urban areas, it is 25,941, including 12,249 males and 13,692 females.
- Overall population density of Jaintia Hills district is around 104 people per km². Rural areas have about 96 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,554 people per km².