Milawe - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Milawe is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milawe is 274917. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Milawe
According to the 2011 Census, Milawe village had a total population of 606 people, including 305 males and 301 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.08%, with male literacy at 77.55% and female literacy at 74.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 594.
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 | 606 | 305 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 296 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 190 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 115 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Milawe
Milawe 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 Milawe
Public transport in the Milawe is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Milawe is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Milawe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milawe 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 Milawe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milawe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Milawe
Where is Milawe located?
Milawe village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Milawe?
The pincode of Milawe is 794110.
What is the population of Milawe?
Milawe had a total population of 606, including 305 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Milawe?
Milawe had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milawe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milawe was 76.08%. Male literacy was 77.55% and female literacy was 74.58%.