Weirang - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Weirang is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Weirang is 276391. The village falls under the 793120 pincode.
Weirang 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 Weirang
According to the 2011 Census, Weirang village had a total population of 78 people, including 45 males and 33 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 733 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.11%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 23.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 27 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Weirang
Weirang 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 Weirang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Weirang.
| 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 Weirang is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Weirang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Weirang 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 Weirang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Weirang 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 Weirang
Where is Weirang located?
Weirang village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Weirang?
The pincode of Weirang is 793120.
What is the population of Weirang?
Weirang had a total population of 78, including 45 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Weirang?
Weirang had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Weirang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Weirang was 42.11%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 23.08%.