Langtur - Shallang, West Khasi Hills
Langtur is a village situated in the Shallang subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 65 km from Mawshynrut and around 110 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langtur is 276622. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Langtur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langtur
According to the 2011 Census, Langtur village had a total population of 177 people, including 87 males and 90 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.13%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 30.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Langtur
Langtur 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 Langtur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Langtur.
| 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 Langtur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langtur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langtur 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 Langtur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langtur 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 Langtur
Where is Langtur located?
Langtur village is located in Shallang Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Langtur?
The pincode of Langtur is 793126.
What is the population of Langtur?
Langtur had a total population of 177, including 87 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Langtur?
Langtur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langtur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langtur was 38.13%. Male literacy was 45.07% and female literacy was 30.88%.