Khonshnong - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Khonshnong is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khonshnong is 278416. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Khonshnong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawryngkneng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khonshnong
According to the 2011 Census, Khonshnong village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.29%, with male literacy at 38.89% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 14 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Khonshnong
Khonshnong 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 Khonshnong
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Khonshnong is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khonshnong
Where is Khonshnong located?
Khonshnong village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khonshnong?
The pincode of Khonshnong is 793015.
What is the population of Khonshnong?
Khonshnong had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Khonshnong?
Khonshnong had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khonshnong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khonshnong was 54.29%. Male literacy was 38.89% and female literacy was 70.59%.