Dholai Malai - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Dholai Malai is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholai Malai is 278697. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
Dholai Malai 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 Dholai Malai
As per Census 2011, Dholai Malai village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 174 males and 153 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholai Malai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 153 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 111 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 63 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Dholai Malai
Dholai Malai 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 Dholai Malai
Dholai Malai 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 Dholai Malai is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholai Malai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholai Malai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholai Malai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholai Malai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholai Malai
Where is Dholai Malai located?
Dholai Malai village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dholai Malai?
The pincode of Dholai Malai is 793106.
What is the population of Dholai Malai?
Dholai Malai has a total population of 327, including 174 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Dholai Malai?
There are 59 households in Dholai Malai.
What is the literacy rate in Dholai Malai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholai Malai is 55.96%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 47.06%.