Mawblang - Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills
Mawblang is a village situated in the Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawkynrew and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawblang is 278447. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Mawblang 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 Mawblang
As per Census 2011, Mawblang village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 464 males and 448 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 908 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawblang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 464 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 107 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 908 | 462 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 187 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 277 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Mawblang
Mawblang 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 Mawblang
Mawblang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Mawblang is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawblang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawblang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawblang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawblang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mawblang
Where is Mawblang located?
Mawblang village is located in Mawkynrew Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawblang?
The pincode of Mawblang is 793015.
What is the population of Mawblang?
Mawblang has a total population of 912, including 464 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Mawblang?
There are 155 households in Mawblang.
What is the literacy rate in Mawblang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawblang is 45.72%. Male literacy is 40.30% and female literacy is 51.34%.