Mawngap Mawkharshiing - Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills
Mawngap Mawkharshiing is a village situated in the Mawphlang subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawphlang and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawngap Mawkharshiing is 278210. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Mawngap Mawkharshiing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawphlang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawngap Mawkharshiing
According to the 2011 Census, Mawngap Mawkharshiing village had a total population of 931 people, including 428 males and 503 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.25%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 94.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 928.
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 | 931 | 428 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 93 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 928 | 427 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 316 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 112 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Mawngap Mawkharshiing
Mawngap Mawkharshiing 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 Mawngap Mawkharshiing
Public transport in the Mawngap Mawkharshiing is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Mawngap Mawkharshiing is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawngap Mawkharshiing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawngap Mawkharshiing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawngap Mawkharshiing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawngap Mawkharshiing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mawngap Mawkharshiing
Where is Mawngap Mawkharshiing located?
Mawngap Mawkharshiing village is located in Mawphlang Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawngap Mawkharshiing?
The pincode of Mawngap Mawkharshiing is 793121.
What is the population of Mawngap Mawkharshiing?
Mawngap Mawkharshiing had a total population of 931, including 428 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Mawngap Mawkharshiing?
Mawngap Mawkharshiing had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawngap Mawkharshiing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawngap Mawkharshiing was 94.25%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 94.19%.