Lawbah - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Lawbah is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lawbah is 278677. The village falls under the 793113 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lawbah
According to the 2011 Census, Lawbah village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 634 males and 646 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.29%, with male literacy at 93.89% and female literacy at 92.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,273.
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 | 1,280 | 634 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 127 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,273 | 629 | 644 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 476 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 158 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Lawbah
Lawbah 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 Lawbah
Lawbah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lawbah is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lawbah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lawbah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lawbah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lawbah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lawbah
Where is Lawbah located?
Lawbah village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lawbah?
The pincode of Lawbah is 793113.
What is the population of Lawbah?
Lawbah had a total population of 1,280, including 634 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Lawbah?
Lawbah had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lawbah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lawbah was 93.29%. Male literacy was 93.89% and female literacy was 92.72%.