Ionglang - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Ionglang is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from Laskein and around 65 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ionglang is 279230. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Ionglang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mowkaiaw Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ionglang
According to the 2011 Census, Ionglang village had a total population of 231 people, including 122 males and 109 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.59%, with male literacy at 32.18% and female literacy at 64.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 28 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 94 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ionglang
Ionglang 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 Ionglang
Ionglang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jowai to Ionglang 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 Ionglang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ionglang 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 Ionglang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ionglang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ionglang
Where is Ionglang located?
Ionglang village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ionglang?
The pincode of Ionglang is 793150.
What is the population of Ionglang?
Ionglang had a total population of 231, including 122 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Ionglang?
Ionglang had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ionglang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ionglang was 47.59%. Male literacy was 32.18% and female literacy was 64.56%.