Saphai - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Saphai is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 43 km from Laskein and around 72 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saphai is 279282. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Saphai 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 Saphai
As per Census 2011, Saphai village has a total population of 2,540 people, consisting of 1,269 males and 1,271 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 642 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,173 literate and 1,367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saphai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,540 | 1,269 | 1,271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 642 | 322 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,282 | 1,144 | 1,138 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 499 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,367 | 770 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Saphai
Saphai 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 Saphai
Saphai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Saphai is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saphai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saphai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saphai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saphai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saphai
Where is Saphai located?
Saphai village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Saphai?
The pincode of Saphai is 793150.
What is the population of Saphai?
Saphai has a total population of 2,540, including 1,269 males and 1,271 females.
How many households are there in Saphai?
There are 410 households in Saphai.
What is the literacy rate in Saphai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saphai is 46.18%. Male literacy is 39.32% and female literacy is 53.03%.