Nongspung - Nongstoin, West Khasi Hills
Nongspung is a village situated in the Nongstoin subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nongstoin and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongspung is 276786. The village falls under the 793119 pincode.
Nongspung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Nongstoin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nongspung
As per Census 2011, Nongspung village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 484 males and 484 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 967 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nongspung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 484 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 121 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 967 | 484 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 260 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 224 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Nongspung
Nongspung 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 Nongspung
Nongspung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nongstoin to Nongspung is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongspung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongspung 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 Nongspung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongspung 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 Nongspung
Where is Nongspung located?
Nongspung village is located in Nongstoin Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nongspung?
The pincode of Nongspung is 793119.
What is the population of Nongspung?
Nongspung has a total population of 968, including 484 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Nongspung?
There are 151 households in Nongspung.
What is the literacy rate in Nongspung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongspung is 53.00%. Male literacy is 53.72% and female literacy is 52.27%.