Risiang

Risiang is a village located in Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nongstoin (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Risiang 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 Risiang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Risiang is 276773. Nongstoin is nearest town to Risiang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Risiang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 254 127 127
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 31 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 252 126 126
Literate Population 104 55 49
Illiterate Population 150 72 78

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

  • The total population of Risiang village is around 254, including approximately 127 males and 127 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Risiang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Risiang village has 252 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Risiang village is about 40.94%, with male literacy at 43.31% and female literacy at 38.58%.
  • There are around 40 households in Risiang village.

Connectivity of Risiang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Risiang. As per the 2011 stats, Risiang 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Risiang

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

Mawrok Mawliehbah Kenlyngdoh Nongweidohlieh Nongsba Mawliehdein Nongkaniang Nongdiengsning Briiawnoh Mawlait Mawriat Mawpon

Frequently Asked Questions about Risiang

Where is Risiang located?
Risiang village is situated in Nongstoin Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Risiang?
The pincode of Risiang is 793119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Risiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Risiang is 254, with 127 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Risiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Risiang village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Risiang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Risiang is 40.94%. The male literacy rate is 43.31%, while the female literacy rate is 38.58%.