Photjaud - Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills
Photjaud is a village situated in the Mawkyrwat subdivision of South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Mawkyrwat and around 65 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Photjaud is 277419. The village falls under the 793114 pincode.
Photjaud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkyrwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Photjaud
As per Census 2011, Photjaud village has a total population of 809 people, consisting of 411 males and 398 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 781 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Photjaud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 809 | 411 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 399 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 229 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 182 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Photjaud
Photjaud 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 Photjaud
Photjaud 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 Nongstoin to Photjaud is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Photjaud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Photjaud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Photjaud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Photjaud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Photjaud
Where is Photjaud located?
Photjaud village is located in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, South West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Photjaud?
The pincode of Photjaud is 793114.
What is the population of Photjaud?
Photjaud has a total population of 809, including 411 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Photjaud?
There are 119 households in Photjaud.
What is the literacy rate in Photjaud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photjaud is 58.47%. Male literacy is 55.72% and female literacy is 61.31%.