Mawlyngngad - Mawryngkneng, East Khasi Hills
Mawlyngngad is a village situated in the Mawryngkneng subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawryngkneng and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawlyngngad is 278376. The village falls under the 793021 pincode.
Mawlyngngad 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 Mawlyngngad
According to the 2011 Census, Mawlyngngad village had a total population of 1,817 people, including 886 males and 931 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.88%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 89.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,813.
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 | 1,817 | 886 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 196 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,813 | 883 | 930 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 597 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 289 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Mawlyngngad
Mawlyngngad 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 Mawlyngngad
Mawlyngngad 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 Mawlyngngad is about 15 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 Mawlyngngad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawlyngngad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mawlyngngad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawlyngngad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mawlyngngad
Where is Mawlyngngad located?
Mawlyngngad village is located in Mawryngkneng Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawlyngngad?
The pincode of Mawlyngngad is 793021.
What is the population of Mawlyngngad?
Mawlyngngad had a total population of 1,817, including 886 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Mawlyngngad?
Mawlyngngad had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawlyngngad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawlyngngad was 87.88%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 89.16%.