Nongshken

Nongshken is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Nongshken 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 Nongshken

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nongshken is 279005. Pynursla is nearest town to Nongshken village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nongshken

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,781 858 923
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 259 117 142
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,772 854 918
Literate Population 1,361 667 694
Illiterate Population 420 191 229

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

  • The total population of Nongshken village is around 1,781, including approximately 858 males and 923 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Nongshken village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nongshken village has 1,772 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nongshken village is about 76.42%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 75.19%.
  • There are around 331 households in Nongshken village.

Connectivity of Nongshken

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

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

Nearby Villages of Nongshken

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

Rana Nongjri Tluh Nongjri Bah Longkading Mawdang Korblang Nongsohphan Nohwet Nongthymmai Kyndiar Lympungshyrngan Latang Riwan

Frequently Asked Questions about Nongshken

Where is Nongshken located?
Nongshken village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongshken?
The pincode of Nongshken is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nongshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nongshken is 1,781, with 858 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Nongshken as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nongshken village has a total of 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongshken as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nongshken is 76.42%. The male literacy rate is 77.74%, while the female literacy rate is 75.19%.