Nohwet - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Nohwet is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nohwet is 279008. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Nohwet 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 Nohwet
According to the 2011 Census, Nohwet village had a total population of 1,996 people, including 969 males and 1,027 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.30%, with male literacy at 88.86% and female literacy at 87.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,981.
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 | 1,996 | 969 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 170 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,981 | 960 | 1,021 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 710 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 259 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Nohwet
Nohwet 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 Nohwet
Public transport in the Nohwet 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 Nohwet is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nohwet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nohwet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nohwet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nohwet 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 Nohwet
Where is Nohwet located?
Nohwet village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nohwet?
The pincode of Nohwet is 793110.
What is the population of Nohwet?
Nohwet had a total population of 1,996, including 969 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Nohwet?
Nohwet had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nohwet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nohwet was 88.30%. Male literacy was 88.86% and female literacy was 87.76%.