Japung - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Japung is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japung is 276535. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Japung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Japung
As per Census 2011, Japung village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 95 males and 95 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Japung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Japung
Japung 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 Japung
Japung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nongstoin to Japung is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japung 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Japung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Japung
Where is Japung located?
Japung village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Japung?
The pincode of Japung is 793126.
What is the population of Japung?
Japung has a total population of 190, including 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Japung?
There are 33 households in Japung.
What is the literacy rate in Japung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japung is 56.32%. Male literacy is 58.95% and female literacy is 53.68%.