Pashum - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Pashum is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pashum is 279016. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Pashum 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 Pashum
According to the 2011 Census, Pashum village had a total population of 273 people, including 132 males and 141 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.58%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 38 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Pashum
Pashum 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 Pashum
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pashum.
| 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 Pashum is about 75 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 Pashum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pashum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pashum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pashum 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 Pashum
Where is Pashum located?
Pashum village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pashum?
The pincode of Pashum is 793110.
What is the population of Pashum?
Pashum had a total population of 273, including 132 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Pashum?
Pashum had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pashum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pashum was 84.58%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 87.50%.