Kongwang - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Kongwang is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongwang is 279055. The village falls under the 793109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kongwang
According to the 2011 Census, Kongwang village had a total population of 527 people, including 266 males and 261 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.73%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 88.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 524.
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 | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 264 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 190 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 76 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Kongwang
Kongwang 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 Kongwang
Kongwang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Kongwang is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongwang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongwang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kongwang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongwang 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 Kongwang
Where is Kongwang located?
Kongwang village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kongwang?
The pincode of Kongwang is 793109.
What is the population of Kongwang?
Kongwang had a total population of 527, including 266 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Kongwang?
Kongwang had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kongwang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongwang was 88.73%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 88.68%.