Mawkhanu - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Mawkhanu is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkhanu is 278400. The village falls under the 793018 pincode.
Mawkhanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawryngkneng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawkhanu
According to the 2011 Census, Mawkhanu village had a total population of 293 people, including 139 males and 154 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.91%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 77.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 278.
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 | 293 | 139 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 129 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 68 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 71 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Mawkhanu
Mawkhanu 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 Mawkhanu
Mawkhanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Mawkhanu is about 40 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 Mawkhanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawkhanu 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 Mawkhanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawkhanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawkhanu
Where is Mawkhanu located?
Mawkhanu village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkhanu?
The pincode of Mawkhanu is 793018.
What is the population of Mawkhanu?
Mawkhanu had a total population of 293, including 139 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Mawkhanu?
Mawkhanu had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkhanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkhanu was 70.91%. Male literacy was 64.15% and female literacy was 77.19%.