Diskiang

Diskiang is a village located in Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nongstoin (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Diskiang 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 Diskiang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Diskiang is 276753. Nongstoin is nearest town to Diskiang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Diskiang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 320 165 155
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 40 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 320 165 155
Literate Population 239 114 125
Illiterate Population 81 51 30

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

  • The total population of Diskiang village is around 320, including approximately 165 males and 155 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Diskiang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Diskiang village has 320 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Diskiang village is about 74.69%, with male literacy at 69.09% and female literacy at 80.65%.
  • There are around 53 households in Diskiang village.

Connectivity of Diskiang

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Diskiang

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

Steplanglur Domjri Mawlangniang Mawroh Mawlangniang Mawsiej Mawthoh Nongkhniang Tiehbah Urkali Umsaw Umjaru

Frequently Asked Questions about Diskiang

Where is Diskiang located?
Diskiang village is situated in Nongstoin Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Diskiang?
The pincode of Diskiang is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Diskiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Diskiang is 320, with 165 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Diskiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Diskiang village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Diskiang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Diskiang is 74.69%. The male literacy rate is 69.09%, while the female literacy rate is 80.65%.