Ingsaw - Mawhati, Ri Bhoi
Ingsaw is a village situated in the Mawhati subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from Umsning and around 70 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ingsaw is 277839. The village falls under the 793105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ingsaw
According to the 2011 Census, Ingsaw village had a total population of 890 people, including 454 males and 436 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.84%, with male literacy at 79.65% and female literacy at 82.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 890 | 454 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 453 | 436 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 270 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 184 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Ingsaw
Ingsaw 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 Ingsaw
Ingsaw 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongpoh to Ingsaw is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ingsaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ingsaw 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 Ingsaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ingsaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ingsaw
Where is Ingsaw located?
Ingsaw village is located in Mawhati Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ingsaw?
The pincode of Ingsaw is 793105.
What is the population of Ingsaw?
Ingsaw had a total population of 890, including 454 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Ingsaw?
Ingsaw had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ingsaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ingsaw was 80.84%. Male literacy was 79.65% and female literacy was 82.07%.