Mualcheng - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Mualcheng is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from Saipung and around 65 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mualcheng is 279573. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mualcheng
According to the 2011 Census, Mualcheng village had a total population of 81 people, including 38 males and 43 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.59%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 91.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Mualcheng
Mualcheng 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 Mualcheng
Mualcheng is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Mualcheng is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mualcheng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mualcheng 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 Mualcheng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mualcheng 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 Mualcheng
Where is Mualcheng located?
Mualcheng village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mualcheng?
The pincode of Mualcheng is 793200.
What is the population of Mualcheng?
Mualcheng had a total population of 81, including 38 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Mualcheng?
Mualcheng had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mualcheng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mualcheng was 95.59%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 91.67%.