Siminaguri - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Siminaguri is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siminaguri is 276337. The village falls under the 793120 pincode.
Siminaguri 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 Siminaguri
According to the 2011 Census, Siminaguri village had a total population of 184 people, including 98 males and 86 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.49%, with male literacy at 98.86% and female literacy at 87.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Siminaguri
Siminaguri 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 Siminaguri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Siminaguri.
| 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 Siminaguri is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siminaguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siminaguri 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 Siminaguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siminaguri 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 Siminaguri
Where is Siminaguri located?
Siminaguri village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Siminaguri?
The pincode of Siminaguri is 793120.
What is the population of Siminaguri?
Siminaguri had a total population of 184, including 98 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Siminaguri?
Siminaguri had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siminaguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siminaguri was 93.49%. Male literacy was 98.86% and female literacy was 87.65%.