Mawkahiar

Mawkahiar is a village located in Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mawphlang (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawkahiar 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 Mawkahiar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawkahiar is 278176. Mawphlang is nearest town to Mawkahiar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawkahiar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 183 101 82
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 17 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 140 73 67
Literate Population 76 43 33
Illiterate Population 107 58 49

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

  • The total population of Mawkahiar village is around 183, including approximately 101 males and 82 females, with a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Mawkahiar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawkahiar village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 140 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawkahiar village is about 41.53%, with male literacy at 42.57% and female literacy at 40.24%.
  • There are around 53 households in Mawkahiar village.

Connectivity of Mawkahiar

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

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

Laitpynter Synrangkaban Phudmyrdong Jani Mawiong Mawdngung Mawkynthei Wahlyngnu Pyndengkhah Laitnongrem Madan Bitaw Mawsniang Wahlang Mawkynjing

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkahiar

Where is Mawkahiar located?
Mawkahiar village is situated in Mawphlang Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkahiar?
The pincode of Mawkahiar is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawkahiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawkahiar is 183, with 101 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Mawkahiar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawkahiar village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkahiar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawkahiar is 41.53%. The male literacy rate is 42.57%, while the female literacy rate is 40.24%.