Mooriap - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Mooriap is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from Saipung and around 84 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mooriap is 279499. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Mooriap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mooriap
As per Census 2011, Mooriap village has a total population of 157 people, consisting of 82 males and 75 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mooriap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 62 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Mooriap
Mooriap 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 Mooriap
Public transport in the Mooriap is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jowai to Mooriap is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mooriap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mooriap 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 Mooriap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mooriap 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 Mooriap
Where is Mooriap located?
Mooriap village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mooriap?
The pincode of Mooriap is 793200.
What is the population of Mooriap?
Mooriap has a total population of 157, including 82 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Mooriap?
There are 41 households in Mooriap.
What is the literacy rate in Mooriap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mooriap is 22.93%. Male literacy is 24.39% and female literacy is 21.33%.