Joypur - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Joypur is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joypur is 276392. The village falls under the 793120 pincode.
Joypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rambrai jyrngam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joypur
According to the 2011 Census, Joypur village had a total population of 666 people, including 331 males and 335 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.48%, with male literacy at 97.23% and female literacy at 93.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 665.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 331 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 665 | 331 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 281 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 50 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Joypur
Joypur 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 Joypur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Joypur.
| 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 Joypur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joypur 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 Joypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joypur 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 Joypur
Where is Joypur located?
Joypur village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Joypur?
The pincode of Joypur is 793120.
What is the population of Joypur?
Joypur had a total population of 666, including 331 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Joypur?
Joypur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joypur was 95.48%. Male literacy was 97.23% and female literacy was 93.71%.