Porthyrnang - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Porthyrnang is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porthyrnang is 276402. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Porthyrnang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porthyrnang
According to the 2011 Census, Porthyrnang village had a total population of 135 people, including 69 males and 66 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.45%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Porthyrnang
Porthyrnang 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 Porthyrnang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Porthyrnang.
| 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 Nongstoin to Porthyrnang is about 71 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 Porthyrnang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porthyrnang 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 Porthyrnang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porthyrnang 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 Porthyrnang
Where is Porthyrnang located?
Porthyrnang village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porthyrnang?
The pincode of Porthyrnang is 793126.
What is the population of Porthyrnang?
Porthyrnang had a total population of 135, including 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Porthyrnang?
Porthyrnang had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porthyrnang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porthyrnang was 65.45%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 62.96%.