Mynksan - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Mynksan is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from Laskein and around 57 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mynksan is 279231. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Mynksan 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 Mynksan
As per Census 2011, Mynksan village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 236 males and 243 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mynksan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 236 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 235 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 119 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 117 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Mynksan
Mynksan 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 Mynksan
Public transport in the Mynksan 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 Mynksan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mynksan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mynksan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mynksan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mynksan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mynksan
Where is Mynksan located?
Mynksan village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mynksan?
The pincode of Mynksan is 793150.
What is the population of Mynksan?
Mynksan has a total population of 479, including 236 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Mynksan?
There are 69 households in Mynksan.
What is the literacy rate in Mynksan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mynksan is 59.08%. Male literacy is 50.42% and female literacy is 67.49%.