Shken Talang - Amlarem, West Jaintia Hills
Shken Talang is a village situated in the Amlarem subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from Amlarem and around 18 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shken Talang is 279297. The village falls under the 793161 pincode.
Shken Talang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Amlarem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shken Talang
As per Census 2011, Shken Talang village has a total population of 921 people, consisting of 476 males and 445 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 900 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shken Talang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 476 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 133 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 900 | 462 | 438 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 249 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 227 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Shken Talang
Shken Talang 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 Shken Talang
Public transport in the Shken Talang is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Shken Talang is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shken Talang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shken Talang 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shken Talang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shken Talang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shken Talang
Where is Shken Talang located?
Shken Talang village is located in Amlarem Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Shken Talang?
The pincode of Shken Talang is 793161.
What is the population of Shken Talang?
Shken Talang has a total population of 921, including 476 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Shken Talang?
There are 152 households in Shken Talang.
What is the literacy rate in Shken Talang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shken Talang is 58.74%. Male literacy is 52.31% and female literacy is 65.62%.