Upper Kijiang

Upper Kijiang is a village located in Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Mawshynrut (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Upper Kijiang has its own place in the vibrant West Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Upper Kijiang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Upper Kijiang is 276363. Mawshynrut is nearest town to Upper Kijiang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Upper Kijiang

Below is a concise population overview of Upper Kijiang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 140 69 71
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 12 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 135 67 68
Literate Population 107 54 53
Illiterate Population 33 15 18

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Upper Kijiang village:

  • The total population of Upper Kijiang village is around 140, including approximately 69 males and 71 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Upper Kijiang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Upper Kijiang village has 135 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Upper Kijiang village is about 76.43%, with male literacy at 78.26% and female literacy at 74.65%.
  • There are around 24 households in Upper Kijiang village.

Connectivity of Upper Kijiang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Upper Kijiang. As per the 2011 stats, Upper Kijiang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Upper Kijiang

Knowing the nearby villages of Upper Kijiang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Upper Kijiang.

Malapara Chisimpara Kamriangsih Khasi Salbari Maspara Thunaguri Nongrathaw Upper Rangsa Nongma Nongmawlong Iew Nongma

Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Kijiang

Where is Upper Kijiang located?
Upper Kijiang village is situated in Mawshynrut Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Kijiang?
The pincode of Upper Kijiang is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Upper Kijiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upper Kijiang is 140, with 69 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Upper Kijiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upper Kijiang village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Kijiang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upper Kijiang is 76.43%. The male literacy rate is 78.26%, while the female literacy rate is 74.65%.