Pongtung - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Pongtung is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pongtung is 278978. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Pongtung 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 Pongtung
As per Census 2011, Pongtung village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 276 males and 303 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pongtung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 276 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 268 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 178 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 98 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Pongtung
Pongtung 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 Pongtung
Pongtung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pongtung is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pongtung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pongtung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pongtung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pongtung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pongtung
Where is Pongtung located?
Pongtung village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pongtung?
The pincode of Pongtung is 793110.
What is the population of Pongtung?
Pongtung has a total population of 579, including 276 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Pongtung?
There are 112 households in Pongtung.
What is the literacy rate in Pongtung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pongtung is 62.87%. Male literacy is 64.49% and female literacy is 61.39%.