Jakhong

Jakhong is a village located in Mairang subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Mairang (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Jakhong has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jakhong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhong is 277000. Mairang is nearest town to Jakhong village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jakhong

Below is a concise population overview of Jakhong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 696 362 334
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 190 110 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 689 360 329
Literate Population 473 241 232
Illiterate Population 223 121 102

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jakhong village:

  • The total population of Jakhong village is around 696, including approximately 362 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 190 children aged 0–6 years in Jakhong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jakhong village has 689 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jakhong village is about 67.96%, with male literacy at 66.57% and female literacy at 69.46%.
  • There are around 121 households in Jakhong village.

Connectivity of Jakhong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhong. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jakhong

Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhong.

Nongkakrai Nonglang Belkhariang Mawiongjadap Umpongdeng Uming Patharshipiah Ladpnarthymmai Ladpnarrim Mawpat Patharlyndan

Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhong

Where is Jakhong located?
Jakhong village is situated in Mairang Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jakhong?
The pincode of Jakhong is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jakhong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhong is 696, with 362 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Jakhong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jakhong village has a total of 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jakhong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhong is 67.96%. The male literacy rate is 66.57%, while the female literacy rate is 69.46%.