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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewsawlia
According to the 2011 Census, Dewsawlia village had a total population of 343 people, including 172 males and 171 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.23%, with male literacy at 98.56% and female literacy at 97.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 343 | 172 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 343, including 172 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Dewsawlia?
Dewsawlia had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewsawlia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewsawlia was 98.23%. Male literacy was 98.56% and female literacy was 97.90%.