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.
Kongwang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kongwang
As per Census 2011, Kongwang village has a total population of 527 people, consisting of 266 males and 261 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongwang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 527, including 266 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Kongwang?
There are 92 households in Kongwang.
What is the literacy rate in Kongwang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongwang is 71.73%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 72.03%.