Praing
Praing is a village located in Laskein subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Laskein (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Jowai.
Here you can discover what makes Praing unique in its vibrant Laskein-Jaintia Hills region. You’ll see Praing’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Praing
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Praing is 279279. Laskein is nearest town to Praing village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Praing
Population of Praing
According to the 2011 Census, Praing has a total population of about 754, with approximately 385 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 737. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.42%, with male literacy at about 39.48% and female literacy near 53.66%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Praing's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 385 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 737 | 377 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 152 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 233 | 171 |
Connectivity of Praing
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Praing. As per the 2011 stats, Praing 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 Praing
Knowing the nearby villages of Praing helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Praing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Praing
- Where is Praing located?
- Praing village is situated in Laskein Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Praing?
- The pincode of Praing is 793150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Praing as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Praing is 754, with 385 males and 369 females.
- How many households are there in Praing as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Praing village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Praing as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Praing is 46.42%. The male literacy rate is 39.48%, while the female literacy rate is 53.66%.