Laskein - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Laskein is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 34 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laskein is 279237. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Laskein 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 Laskein
As per Census 2011, Laskein village has a total population of 1,864 people, consisting of 950 males and 914 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 907 literate and 957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,851 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laskein are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,864 | 950 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 206 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,851 | 939 | 912 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 415 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 535 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Laskein
Laskein 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 Laskein
Laskein 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 NA |
| 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 Jowai to Laskein is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laskein
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laskein village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Laskein
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laskein village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Laskein
Where is Laskein located?
Laskein village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Laskein?
The pincode of Laskein is 793150.
What is the population of Laskein?
Laskein has a total population of 1,864, including 950 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Laskein?
There are 274 households in Laskein.
What is the literacy rate in Laskein?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laskein is 48.66%. Male literacy is 43.68% and female literacy is 53.83%.