Langja - Ri Muliang, West Khasi Hills
Langja is a village situated in the Ri Muliang subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 55 km from Mawshynrut and around 60 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langja is 276439. The village falls under the 793120 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rambrai jyrngam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langja
According to the 2011 Census, Langja village had a total population of 597 people, including 313 males and 284 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.76%, with male literacy at 90.60% and female literacy at 93.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 593.
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 | 597 | 313 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 310 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 212 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 101 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Langja
Langja 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 Langja
Langja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Langja is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Langja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Langja
Where is Langja located?
Langja village is located in Ri Muliang Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Langja?
The pincode of Langja is 793120.
What is the population of Langja?
Langja had a total population of 597, including 313 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Langja?
Langja had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langja was 91.76%. Male literacy was 90.60% and female literacy was 93.10%.