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
As per Census 2011, Nohwet village has a total population of 1,996 people, consisting of 969 males and 1,027 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,456 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,981 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nohwet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,996 | 969 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 170 | 177 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,996, including 969 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Nohwet?
There are 366 households in Nohwet.
What is the literacy rate in Nohwet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nohwet is 72.95%. Male literacy is 73.27% and female literacy is 72.64%.