Mawkneng

Mawkneng is a village located in Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Mawphlang (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawkneng 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 Mawkneng

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawkneng is 278153. Mawphlang is nearest town to Mawkneng village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawkneng

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 532 276 256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 69 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 532 276 256
Literate Population 362 191 171
Illiterate Population 170 85 85

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

  • The total population of Mawkneng village is around 532, including approximately 276 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Mawkneng village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawkneng village has 532 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawkneng village is about 68.05%, with male literacy at 69.20% and female literacy at 66.80%.
  • There are around 104 households in Mawkneng village.

Connectivity of Mawkneng

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawkneng. As per the 2011 stats, Mawkneng 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mawkneng

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

Langsheng Madan Lyngkhoi Ranab Domlyngkut Dom Mawphlang Kyndong Wahlang Wahlyngngia Mawjongka Laitbyrsoi Tiehbah Mawtap Pyllun Mawkohtep Nongbah Sohiong

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkneng

Where is Mawkneng located?
Mawkneng village is situated in Mawphlang Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkneng?
The pincode of Mawkneng is 793120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawkneng as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawkneng is 532, with 276 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Mawkneng as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawkneng village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkneng as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawkneng is 68.05%. The male literacy rate is 69.20%, while the female literacy rate is 66.80%.