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
As per Census 2011, Joypur village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 331 males and 335 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 549 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 665 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joypur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 331 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| 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 has a total population of 666, including 331 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Joypur?
There are 110 households in Joypur.
What is the literacy rate in Joypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joypur is 82.43%. Male literacy is 84.89% and female literacy is 80.00%.