Pawang Nong
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Pawang Nong (1874–1977) or his real name is Haji Nong Taib Bin Santan was once the Royal Pawang of Pahang. He is also a follower and is said to have been associated with the famous warrior hero Mat Kilau who fought against the occupants once near Kampung Hulu Cheka at Ulu Cheka, Jerantut, Pahang.
He was born in Kampung Sempiat, Benta, Mukim Tanjung Besar, Lipis in 1874 and died on November 10, 1977, in Kampung Ulu Cheka. His tomb can be visited at the grounds of Kampung Ulu Cheka mosque, Jerantut, Pahang. He has two wives and is blessed with 11 children as a result of his marriage, the first wife named Patam Mat Sama having 8 children (4 men and 4 women) and the second wife named Hajah Halimat Binti Mak Long and 3 children (1 male and 2 female).
