Sakwang

Sakwang is a village located in Mawkyrwat subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkyrwat (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Sakwang 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 Sakwang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakwang is 277387. Mawkyrwat is nearest town to Sakwang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sakwang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,395 665 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 313 139 174
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,391 663 728
Literate Population 844 401 443
Illiterate Population 551 264 287

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

  • The total population of Sakwang village is around 1,395, including approximately 665 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 1097 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 313 children aged 0–6 years in Sakwang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakwang village has 1,391 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sakwang village is about 60.50%, with male literacy at 60.30% and female literacy at 60.68%.
  • There are around 235 households in Sakwang village.

Connectivity of Sakwang

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakwang

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

Nongmawlein Mawranglang Nongnad Sohkyllam New Dewlieh Umoid Pyndendiwah Mawpharkhrew Jakrem A B Mawpon Myrkhew Myrkhew

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakwang

Where is Sakwang located?
Sakwang village is situated in Mawkyrwat Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sakwang?
The pincode of Sakwang is 793114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakwang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakwang is 1,395, with 665 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Sakwang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakwang village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakwang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakwang is 60.50%. The male literacy rate is 60.30%, while the female literacy rate is 60.68%.