Domshken

Domshken is a village located in Ranikor subdivision of West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 63km away from sub-district headquarter Ranikor (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Nongstoin.

Domshken 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 Domshken

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Domshken is 277198. Ranikor is nearest town to Domshken village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Domshken

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 246 116 130
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 24 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 244 116 128
Literate Population 138 60 78
Illiterate Population 108 56 52

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

  • The total population of Domshken village is around 246, including approximately 116 males and 130 females, with a sex ratio of 1120 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Domshken village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Domshken village has 244 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Domshken village is about 56.10%, with male literacy at 51.72% and female literacy at 60.00%.
  • There are around 41 households in Domshken village.

Connectivity of Domshken

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

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

Nearby Villages of Domshken

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

Kolomboit Pyndenwar Trongpleng Mawpait Trongpleng Mawlongroh Pyndensohsham Ditumtum Domlinar Phodkroh Panchiring B Mawhati

Frequently Asked Questions about Domshken

Where is Domshken located?
Domshken village is situated in Ranikor Subdivision, within the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Domshken?
The pincode of Domshken is 793106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Domshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Domshken is 246, with 116 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Domshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Domshken village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Domshken as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Domshken is 56.10%. The male literacy rate is 51.72%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.