Nongshken - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Nongshken is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongshken is 279005. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Nongshken 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 Nongshken
As per Census 2011, Nongshken village has a total population of 1,781 people, consisting of 858 males and 923 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,361 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,772 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nongshken are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 858 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 117 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,772 | 854 | 918 |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 667 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 191 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Nongshken
Nongshken 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 Nongshken
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nongshken.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Nongshken is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongshken
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongshken 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 Nongshken
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongshken 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nongshken
Where is Nongshken located?
Nongshken village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongshken?
The pincode of Nongshken is 793110.
What is the population of Nongshken?
Nongshken has a total population of 1,781, including 858 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Nongshken?
There are 331 households in Nongshken.
What is the literacy rate in Nongshken?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongshken is 76.42%. Male literacy is 77.74% and female literacy is 75.19%.