Mawjam

Mawjam is a village located in Mawkynrew subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Mawkynrew (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawjam 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 Mawjam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawjam is 278487. Mawkynrew is nearest town to Mawjam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawjam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 249 109 140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 25 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 249 109 140
Literate Population 118 44 74
Illiterate Population 131 65 66

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

  • The total population of Mawjam village is around 249, including approximately 109 males and 140 females, with a sex ratio of 1284 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Mawjam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawjam village has 249 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawjam village is about 47.39%, with male literacy at 40.37% and female literacy at 52.86%.
  • There are around 45 households in Mawjam village.

Connectivity of Mawjam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawjam. As per the 2011 stats, Mawjam 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 Mawjam

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

Khlieh A Sem Mawsna Wahmawlein Mawkria Khapmaw Thangbnai Mawlat Mawrasai Wahlyngdoh Umblai Wahlakhiat

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawjam

Where is Mawjam located?
Mawjam village is situated in Mawkynrew Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawjam?
The pincode of Mawjam is 793015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawjam is 249, with 109 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Mawjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawjam village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawjam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawjam is 47.39%. The male literacy rate is 40.37%, while the female literacy rate is 52.86%.