Khwad

Khwad is a village located in Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkynrew (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Khwad has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khwad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khwad is 278474. Mawkynrew is nearest town to Khwad village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Khwad

Below is a concise population overview of Khwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 295 156 139
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 33 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 289 154 135
Literate Population 153 82 71
Illiterate Population 142 74 68

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khwad village:

  • The total population of Khwad village is around 295, including approximately 156 males and 139 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Khwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khwad village has 289 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khwad village is about 51.86%, with male literacy at 52.56% and female literacy at 51.08%.
  • There are around 66 households in Khwad village.

Connectivity of Khwad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khwad. As per the 2011 stats, Khwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khwad

Knowing the nearby villages of Khwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khwad.

Mawlyngot Iewrynghep Rngibah Klang Siltham Nongpyrdi Pashang Umsawwar Mawlang Mawjatap Siangkhnai

Frequently Asked Questions about Khwad

Where is Khwad located?
Khwad village is situated in Mawkynrew Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khwad?
The pincode of Khwad is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khwad is 295, with 156 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Khwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khwad village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khwad is 51.86%. The male literacy rate is 52.56%, while the female literacy rate is 51.08%.