Thangtngaw - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Thangtngaw is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangtngaw is 276488. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Thangtngaw 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 Thangtngaw
As per Census 2011, Thangtngaw village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 119 males and 119 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thangtngaw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Thangtngaw
Thangtngaw 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 Thangtngaw
Thangtngaw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Thangtngaw is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangtngaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangtngaw 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 Thangtngaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangtngaw 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 Thangtngaw
Where is Thangtngaw located?
Thangtngaw village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Thangtngaw?
The pincode of Thangtngaw is 793126.
What is the population of Thangtngaw?
Thangtngaw has a total population of 238, including 119 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Thangtngaw?
There are 40 households in Thangtngaw.
What is the literacy rate in Thangtngaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangtngaw is 57.14%. Male literacy is 57.98% and female literacy is 56.30%.