Nongklung - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Nongklung is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongklung is 276792. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Nongstoin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nongklung
According to the 2011 Census, Nongklung village had a total population of 179 people, including 87 males and 92 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.97%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 90.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Nongklung
Nongklung 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 Nongklung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nongklung.
| 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 Nongklung is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongklung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongklung 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 Nongklung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongklung 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 Nongklung
Where is Nongklung located?
Nongklung village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongklung?
The pincode of Nongklung is 793119.
What is the population of Nongklung?
Nongklung had a total population of 179, including 87 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Nongklung?
Nongklung had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongklung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongklung was 88.97%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 90.91%.