Poriew - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Poriew is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poriew is 276481. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Poriew village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poriew
According to the 2011 Census, Poriew village had a total population of 72 people, including 37 males and 35 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.82%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Poriew
Poriew 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 Poriew
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Poriew.
| 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 Poriew is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poriew
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poriew 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 Poriew
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poriew 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 Poriew
Where is Poriew located?
Poriew village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Poriew?
The pincode of Poriew is 793126.
What is the population of Poriew?
Poriew had a total population of 72, including 37 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Poriew?
Poriew had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poriew?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poriew was 58.82%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 56.00%.