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
According to the 2011 Census, Photjaud village had a total population of 809 people, including 411 males and 398 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.45%, with male literacy at 68.77% and female literacy at 78.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 781.
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 | 809 | 411 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 809, including 411 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Photjaud?
Photjaud had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Photjaud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photjaud was 73.45%. Male literacy was 68.77% and female literacy was 78.46%.