Khlookynrin - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Khlookynrin is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 34 km from Laskein and around 48 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khlookynrin is 279262. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Khlookynrin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raliang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khlookynrin
According to the 2011 Census, Khlookynrin village had a total population of 904 people, including 433 males and 471 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.31%, with male literacy at 16.56% and female literacy at 21.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 890.
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 | 904 | 433 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 125 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 890 | 426 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 51 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 382 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Khlookynrin
Khlookynrin 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 Khlookynrin
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khlookynrin.
| 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 Khlookynrin is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khlookynrin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khlookynrin 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 Khlookynrin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khlookynrin 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 Khlookynrin
Where is Khlookynrin located?
Khlookynrin village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khlookynrin?
The pincode of Khlookynrin is 793150.
What is the population of Khlookynrin?
Khlookynrin had a total population of 904, including 433 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Khlookynrin?
Khlookynrin had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khlookynrin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khlookynrin was 19.31%. Male literacy was 16.56% and female literacy was 21.88%.