Meghalaya, in northeastern India, is famed for its lush hills, wettest regions, and matrilineal tribal societies. Spanning 22,429 km², it has 6,839 villages and a population of 2,966,889 (2011 Census). Shillong, the capital, is under the Meghalaya High Court. Established on January 21, 1972, its 12 districts support tourism and agriculture.
In Meghalaya, villages are categorized based on their population. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| District Name in English | District Name | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Garo Hills | ईस्ट गारो हिल्स | |||
| East Jaintia Hills | ईस्ट जयंतिया हिल्स | |||
| East Khasi Hills | ईस्ट खासी हिल्स | |||
| North Garo Hills | नॉर्थ गारो हिल्स | |||
| Ri Bhoi | री भोई | |||
| South Garo Hills | साउथ गारो हिल्स | |||
| South West Garo Hills | साउथ वेस्ट गारो हिल्स | |||
| South West Khasi Hills | साउथ वेस्ट खासी हिल्स | |||
| West Garo Hills | वेस्ट गारो हिल्स | |||
| West Jaintia Hills | वेस्ट जयंतिया हिल्स | |||
| West Khasi Hills | वेस्ट खासी हिल्स | |||
| Eastern West Khasi Hills | ईस्टर्न वेस्ट खासी हिल्स |
As per the 2011 Census, Meghalaya has a total population of 2966889 people, with 595450 residing in urban areas and 2371439 in rural regions. The population density of Meghalaya is approximately 132.28/ km² (people per square kilometer), reflecting its high concentration of inhabitants across both urban and rural landscapes.
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2371439 | 595450 | 2966889 |
| Male Population | 1194260 | 297572 | 1491832 |
| Female Population | 1177179 | 297878 | 1475057 |
As of the latest data, the population density of Meghalaya is approximately 132.28/ km² (people per square kilometer). The breakdown is as follows:
| Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 107.08 | 2104.88 | 132.28/ km² |
As per the 2011 Census, Meghalaya has a total of 5,48,059 households, with 4,30,573 in rural areas and 1,17,486 in urban regions.
| Particulars | Households |
|---|---|
| Rural Households | 4,30,573 |
| Urban Households | 1,17,486 |
| Total Households | 5,48,059 |
| State Overview | |
|---|---|
| State/UT Name | Meghalaya - (मेघालय) |
| Capital | Shillong |
| Established | 21-Jan-1972 |
| Total Area | 22,429 km² |
| Total Villages | 6799 |
| Sex Ratio (2011) | 988 |
| Population Density | 132.28/ km² |
| Total Population (2011) | 29,66,889 |
| High Court | Meghalaya High Court |
| Total Population | Villages in Meghalaya |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 2648 |
| 200-499 | 2515 |
| 500-999 | 953 |
| 1000-1999 | 254 |
| 2000-4999 | 82 |
| 5000-9999 | 7 |
| 10000 and above | 0 |
All survey data of Meghalaya villages are based on the Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, 2015 (censusindia.gov.in). Open Government Data Platform India. Published under National Data Sharing and Accessibility Policy (NDSAP).