Nongpein - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Nongpein is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongpein is 276805. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Nongpein 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 Nongpein
According to the 2011 Census, Nongpein village had a total population of 14 people, including 7 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Nongpein
Nongpein 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 Nongpein
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nongpein.
| 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 Nongpein 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 Nongpein
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongpein 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 Nongpein
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongpein 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 Nongpein
Where is Nongpein located?
Nongpein village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongpein?
The pincode of Nongpein is 793119.
What is the population of Nongpein?
Nongpein had a total population of 14, including 7 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Nongpein?
Nongpein had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nongpein?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongpein was 81.82%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.