Nongwah

Nongwah is a village located in Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mawsynram (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Nongwah has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nongwah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nongwah is 278596. Mawsynram is nearest town to Nongwah village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nongwah

Below is a concise population overview of Nongwah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 685 335 350
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 78 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 685 335 350
Literate Population 438 222 216
Illiterate Population 247 113 134

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nongwah village:

  • The total population of Nongwah village is around 685, including approximately 335 males and 350 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Nongwah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nongwah village has 685 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nongwah village is about 63.94%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 61.71%.
  • There are around 124 households in Nongwah village.

Connectivity of Nongwah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nongwah. As per the 2011 stats, Nongwah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nongwah

Knowing the nearby villages of Nongwah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nongwah.

Mawlum Tyrsad Mawsadang Mawrohroh Pyndenumbri Tyrsad Nongmadan

Frequently Asked Questions about Nongwah

Where is Nongwah located?
Nongwah village is situated in Mawsynram Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongwah?
The pincode of Nongwah is 793121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nongwah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nongwah is 685, with 335 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Nongwah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nongwah village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongwah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nongwah is 63.94%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 61.71%.