Synia - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Synia is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Synia is 276693. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rambrai jyrngam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Synia
According to the 2011 Census, Synia village had a total population of 449 people, including 232 males and 217 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.18%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 73.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 446.
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 | 449 | 232 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 231 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 143 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 89 | 101 |
Transport and Connectivity of Synia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Synia.
| 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 Synia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Synia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Synia 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 Synia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Synia 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 Synia
Where is Synia located?
Synia village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Synia?
The pincode of Synia is 793119.
What is the population of Synia?
Synia had a total population of 449, including 232 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Synia?
Synia had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Synia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Synia was 76.18%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 73.89%.