Pongkung

Pongkung is a village located in Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mawsynram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Pongkung 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 Pongkung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongkung is 278615. Mawsynram is nearest town to Pongkung village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pongkung

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,081 546 535
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 125 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,072 540 532
Literate Population 751 386 365
Illiterate Population 330 160 170

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

  • The total population of Pongkung village is around 1,081, including approximately 546 males and 535 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Pongkung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongkung village has 1,072 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pongkung village is about 69.47%, with male literacy at 70.70% and female literacy at 68.22%.
  • There are around 187 households in Pongkung village.

Connectivity of Pongkung

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

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

Nearby Villages of Pongkung

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

Wahrisain Laitmawsiang Domsohpian Langsymphut Mawryngkang Mawtangor Nongdommawria Kyrphei Umlangmar Dewkber Mawspong

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongkung

Where is Pongkung located?
Pongkung village is situated in Mawsynram Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pongkung?
The pincode of Pongkung is 793121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pongkung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongkung is 1,081, with 546 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Pongkung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongkung village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongkung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongkung is 69.47%. The male literacy rate is 70.70%, while the female literacy rate is 68.22%.