Raliang - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Raliang is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from Laskein and around 40 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raliang is 279266. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Raliang 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 Raliang
As per Census 2011, Raliang village has a total population of 2,811 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,468 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,668 literate and 1,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,794 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raliang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,811 | 1,343 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,794 | 1,331 | 1,463 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 771 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 572 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Raliang
Raliang 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 Raliang
Public transport in the Raliang is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Raliang is about 40 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 Raliang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raliang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raliang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raliang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raliang
Where is Raliang located?
Raliang village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Raliang?
The pincode of Raliang is 793150.
What is the population of Raliang?
Raliang has a total population of 2,811, including 1,343 males and 1,468 females.
How many households are there in Raliang?
There are 420 households in Raliang.
What is the literacy rate in Raliang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raliang is 59.34%. Male literacy is 57.41% and female literacy is 61.10%.