Nongwar

Nongwar is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Nongwar 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 Nongwar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nongwar is 278832. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Nongwar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nongwar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 562 266 296
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 41 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 561 266 295
Literate Population 472 223 249
Illiterate Population 90 43 47

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

  • The total population of Nongwar village is around 562, including approximately 266 males and 296 females, with a sex ratio of 1112 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Nongwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nongwar village has 561 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nongwar village is about 83.99%, with male literacy at 83.83% and female literacy at 84.12%.
  • There are around 117 households in Nongwar village.

Connectivity of Nongwar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nongwar. As per the 2011 stats, Nongwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nongwar

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

Umwai Mawlong Wahkhim Wahkrem Laitkynsew Nongbahphali Mustoh Nongnong Mot Nongrum Jamew

Frequently Asked Questions about Nongwar

Where is Nongwar located?
Nongwar village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongwar?
The pincode of Nongwar is 793108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nongwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nongwar is 562, with 266 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Nongwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nongwar village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nongwar is 83.99%. The male literacy rate is 83.83%, while the female literacy rate is 84.12%.