Risiang - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Risiang is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risiang is 276773. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Risiang
According to the 2011 Census, Risiang village had a total population of 254 people, including 127 males and 127 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.61%, with male literacy at 57.29% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 72 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Risiang
Risiang 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 Risiang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Risiang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongstoin to Risiang is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Risiang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risiang 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 Risiang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risiang 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 Risiang
Where is Risiang located?
Risiang village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Risiang?
The pincode of Risiang is 793119.
What is the population of Risiang?
Risiang had a total population of 254, including 127 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Risiang?
Risiang had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Risiang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risiang was 53.61%. Male literacy was 57.29% and female literacy was 50.00%.