Khapmaw - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Khapmaw is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapmaw is 278486. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Khapmaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkynrew Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapmaw
According to the 2011 Census, Khapmaw village had a total population of 363 people, including 186 males and 177 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.35%, with male literacy at 57.43% and female literacy at 63.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 363 | 186 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 185 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 101 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Khapmaw
Khapmaw 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 Khapmaw
Public transport in the Khapmaw 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 Shillong to Khapmaw is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapmaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapmaw 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khapmaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapmaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khapmaw
Where is Khapmaw located?
Khapmaw village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khapmaw?
The pincode of Khapmaw is 793015.
What is the population of Khapmaw?
Khapmaw had a total population of 363, including 186 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Khapmaw?
Khapmaw had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapmaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapmaw was 60.35%. Male literacy was 57.43% and female literacy was 63.50%.