Dewsawlia - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Dewsawlia is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewsawlia is 278725. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
Dewsawlia 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 Dewsawlia
As per Census 2011, Dewsawlia village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 172 males and 171 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewsawlia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 172 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 172 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Dewsawlia
Dewsawlia 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 Dewsawlia
Dewsawlia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Dewsawlia is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewsawlia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewsawlia 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 Dewsawlia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewsawlia 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 Dewsawlia
Where is Dewsawlia located?
Dewsawlia village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dewsawlia?
The pincode of Dewsawlia is 793106.
What is the population of Dewsawlia?
Dewsawlia has a total population of 343, including 172 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Dewsawlia?
There are 67 households in Dewsawlia.
What is the literacy rate in Dewsawlia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewsawlia is 80.76%. Male literacy is 79.65% and female literacy is 81.87%.