Mookympad - Wapung, East Jaintia Hills
Mookympad is a village situated in the Wapung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Khliehriat and around 47 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mookympad is 279420. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Mookympad 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 Mookympad
As per Census 2011, Mookympad village has a total population of 829 people, consisting of 410 males and 419 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 808 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mookympad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 410 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 808 | 395 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 260 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 150 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Mookympad
Mookympad 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 Mookympad
Mookympad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mookympad is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mookympad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mookympad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mookympad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mookympad 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mookympad
Where is Mookympad located?
Mookympad village is located in Wapung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mookympad?
The pincode of Mookympad is 793200.
What is the population of Mookympad?
Mookympad has a total population of 829, including 410 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Mookympad?
There are 134 households in Mookympad.
What is the literacy rate in Mookympad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mookympad is 62.24%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 61.10%.