Pynter - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Pynter is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pynter is 278939. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pynter
According to the 2011 Census, Pynter village had a total population of 1,329 people, including 686 males and 643 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.99%, with male literacy at 63.93% and female literacy at 80.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,329.
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 | 1,329 | 686 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 162 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,329 | 686 | 643 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 335 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 351 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Pynter
Pynter 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 Pynter
Pynter 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 Pynter is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pynter
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pynter 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pynter
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pynter village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pynter
Where is Pynter located?
Pynter village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pynter?
The pincode of Pynter is 793110.
What is the population of Pynter?
Pynter had a total population of 1,329, including 686 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Pynter?
Pynter had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pynter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pynter was 71.99%. Male literacy was 63.93% and female literacy was 80.19%.