Kmawanrum - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Kmawanrum is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kmawanrum is 278624. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Kmawanrum 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 Kmawanrum
According to the 2011 Census, Kmawanrum village had a total population of 794 people, including 379 males and 415 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 79.66% and female literacy at 73.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 781.
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 | 794 | 379 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 372 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 231 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 148 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Kmawanrum
Kmawanrum 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 Kmawanrum
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kmawanrum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Kmawanrum is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kmawanrum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kmawanrum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kmawanrum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kmawanrum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kmawanrum
Where is Kmawanrum located?
Kmawanrum village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kmawanrum?
The pincode of Kmawanrum is 793121.
What is the population of Kmawanrum?
Kmawanrum had a total population of 794, including 379 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Kmawanrum?
Kmawanrum had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kmawanrum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kmawanrum was 76.53%. Male literacy was 79.66% and female literacy was 73.65%.