Mawber - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Mawber is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawber is 278395. The village falls under the 793015 pincode.
Mawber 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 Mawber
As per Census 2011, Mawber village has a total population of 1,743 people, consisting of 843 males and 900 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,173 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,734 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,743 | 843 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 192 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,734 | 839 | 895 |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 553 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 290 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Mawber
Mawber 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 Mawber
Mawber 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Mawber is about 30 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 Mawber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawber
Where is Mawber located?
Mawber village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawber?
The pincode of Mawber is 793015.
What is the population of Mawber?
Mawber has a total population of 1,743, including 843 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Mawber?
There are 255 households in Mawber.
What is the literacy rate in Mawber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawber is 67.30%. Male literacy is 65.60% and female literacy is 68.89%.