Nongspung - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Nongspung is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongspung is 278222. The village falls under the 793115 pincode.
Nongspung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohing Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nongspung
As per Census 2011, Nongspung village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 832 males and 886 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,215 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,706 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nongspung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 832 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 155 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,706 | 827 | 879 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 593 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 239 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Nongspung
Nongspung 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 Nongspung
Nongspung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Nongspung is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongspung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongspung 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 Nongspung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongspung 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 Nongspung
Where is Nongspung located?
Nongspung village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongspung?
The pincode of Nongspung is 793115.
What is the population of Nongspung?
Nongspung has a total population of 1,718, including 832 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Nongspung?
There are 306 households in Nongspung.
What is the literacy rate in Nongspung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongspung is 70.72%. Male literacy is 71.27% and female literacy is 70.20%.