Pashum

Pashum is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Pashum 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 Pashum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pashum is 279016. Pynursla is nearest town to Pashum village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pashum

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 273 132 141
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 17 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 273 132 141
Literate Population 192 94 98
Illiterate Population 81 38 43

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

  • The total population of Pashum village is around 273, including approximately 132 males and 141 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Pashum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pashum village has 273 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pashum village is about 70.33%, with male literacy at 71.21% and female literacy at 69.50%.
  • There are around 42 households in Pashum village.

Connectivity of Pashum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pashum. As per the 2011 stats, Pashum 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pashum

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

Latang Riwan Lumwahniai Lympung Pdah Rimassar Lapalang Mawriang Sohlong Mawryngkang Nongthymmai Rimylliem Lyntidar

Frequently Asked Questions about Pashum

Where is Pashum located?
Pashum village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pashum?
The pincode of Pashum is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pashum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pashum is 273, with 132 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Pashum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pashum village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pashum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pashum is 70.33%. The male literacy rate is 71.21%, while the female literacy rate is 69.50%.