Nongthymme - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Nongthymme is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from Khliehriat and around 42 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongthymme is 279434. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Nongthymme village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Khliehriat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nongthymme
As per Census 2011, Nongthymme village has a total population of 473 people, consisting of 235 males and 238 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 471 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nongthymme are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 235 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 471 | 234 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 162 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Nongthymme
Nongthymme 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 Nongthymme
Public transport in the Nongthymme is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Nongthymme is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongthymme
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongthymme 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 Nongthymme
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongthymme 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 Nongthymme
Where is Nongthymme located?
Nongthymme village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongthymme?
The pincode of Nongthymme is 793200.
What is the population of Nongthymme?
Nongthymme has a total population of 473, including 235 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Nongthymme?
There are 80 households in Nongthymme.
What is the literacy rate in Nongthymme?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongthymme is 26.64%. Male literacy is 31.06% and female literacy is 22.27%.