Pongtung

Pongtung is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Pongtung 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 Pongtung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongtung is 278978. Pynursla is nearest town to Pongtung village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pongtung

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 579 276 303
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 53 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 566 268 298
Literate Population 364 178 186
Illiterate Population 215 98 117

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

  • The total population of Pongtung village is around 579, including approximately 276 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 1097 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Pongtung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongtung village has 566 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pongtung village is about 62.87%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 61.39%.
  • There are around 112 households in Pongtung village.

Connectivity of Pongtung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongtung. As per the 2011 stats, Pongtung 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 Pongtung

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

Phlang U Diak Siatbakon Madanlyngtad Risawkur Nongshyrngan Wahjarem Mawshun Burma Pomshutia Wahkdait Mynrieng

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongtung

Where is Pongtung located?
Pongtung village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pongtung?
The pincode of Pongtung is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pongtung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongtung is 579, with 276 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Pongtung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongtung village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongtung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongtung is 62.87%. The male literacy rate is 64.49%, while the female literacy rate is 61.39%.