Khwad - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Khwad is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khwad is 278474. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawkynrew Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khwad
According to the 2011 Census, Khwad village had a total population of 295 people, including 156 males and 139 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.83%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 62.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 295 | 156 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 74 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Khwad
Khwad 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 Khwad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khwad.
| 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 Khwad is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khwad 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 Khwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khwad 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 Khwad
Where is Khwad located?
Khwad village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khwad?
The pincode of Khwad is 793015.
What is the population of Khwad?
Khwad had a total population of 295, including 156 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Khwad?
Khwad had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khwad was 64.83%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 62.83%.