Dewkber - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Dewkber is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewkber is 278620. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Dewkber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewkber
According to the 2011 Census, Dewkber village had a total population of 49 people, including 23 males and 26 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.59%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dewkber
Dewkber 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 Dewkber
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dewkber.
| 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 Dewkber is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewkber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewkber 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 Dewkber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewkber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewkber
Where is Dewkber located?
Dewkber village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dewkber?
The pincode of Dewkber is 793121.
What is the population of Dewkber?
Dewkber had a total population of 49, including 23 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Dewkber?
Dewkber had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewkber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewkber was 94.59%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 100.00%.