Tongkiad

Tongkiad is a village located in Laskein subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Laskein (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Tongkiad has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia 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 Tongkiad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tongkiad is 279275. Laskein is nearest town to Tongkiad village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Tongkiad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 111 53 58
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 10 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 71 34 37
Illiterate Population 40 19 21

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

  • The total population of Tongkiad village is around 111, including approximately 53 males and 58 females, with a sex ratio of 1094 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Tongkiad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Tongkiad village is about 63.96%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 63.79%.
  • There are around 21 households in Tongkiad village.

Connectivity of Tongkiad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tongkiad. As per the 2011 stats, Tongkiad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tongkiad

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

Chutwakhu Sarhen Nongryngkoh Mukhap Khonshnong Lakadong Umsalait Iooksi Kyanmynsar Thlongmoo Praing Umdinlieng Iawthymmei

Frequently Asked Questions about Tongkiad

Where is Tongkiad located?
Tongkiad village is situated in Laskein Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tongkiad?
The pincode of Tongkiad is 793150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tongkiad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tongkiad is 111, with 53 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Tongkiad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tongkiad village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongkiad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tongkiad is 63.96%. The male literacy rate is 64.15%, while the female literacy rate is 63.79%.