Khonshnong - Laskein, West Jaintia Hills
Khonshnong is a village situated in the Laskein subdivision of West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from Laskein and around 45 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khonshnong is 279273. The village falls under the 793150 pincode.
Khonshnong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mowkaiaw Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khonshnong
As per Census 2011, Khonshnong village has a total population of 1,290 people, consisting of 657 males and 633 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khonshnong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,290 | 657 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 172 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,283 | 650 | 633 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 148 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 509 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Khonshnong
Khonshnong 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 Khonshnong
Khonshnong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Khonshnong is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khonshnong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khonshnong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khonshnong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khonshnong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khonshnong
Where is Khonshnong located?
Khonshnong village is located in Laskein Subdivision, West Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khonshnong?
The pincode of Khonshnong is 793150.
What is the population of Khonshnong?
Khonshnong has a total population of 1,290, including 657 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Khonshnong?
There are 214 households in Khonshnong.
What is the literacy rate in Khonshnong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khonshnong is 29.69%. Male literacy is 22.53% and female literacy is 37.12%.