Nongur - Sohiong, East Khasi Hills
Nongur is a village situated in the Sohiong subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Mawphlang and around 40 km from Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongur is 278108. The village falls under the 793115 pincode.
Nongur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohing Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nongur
According to the 2011 Census, Nongur village had a total population of 529 people, including 280 males and 249 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.19%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 80.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 529.
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 | 529 | 280 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 529 | 280 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 176 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 104 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Nongur
Nongur 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 Nongur
Nongur 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 Nongur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongur 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 Nongur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nongur
Where is Nongur located?
Nongur village is located in Sohiong Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongur?
The pincode of Nongur is 793115.
What is the population of Nongur?
Nongur had a total population of 529, including 280 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Nongur?
Nongur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongur was 81.19%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 80.85%.