Mawdngiem - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Mawdngiem is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawdngiem is 278676. 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 Mawdngiem
According to the 2011 Census, Mawdngiem village had a total population of 69 people, including 38 males and 31 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.96%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Mawdngiem
Mawdngiem 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 Mawdngiem
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mawdngiem.
| 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 Mawdngiem is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawdngiem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawdngiem 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 Mawdngiem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawdngiem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawdngiem
Where is Mawdngiem located?
Mawdngiem village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawdngiem?
The pincode of Mawdngiem is 793113.
What is the population of Mawdngiem?
Mawdngiem had a total population of 69, including 38 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Mawdngiem?
Mawdngiem had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawdngiem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawdngiem was 97.96%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 100.00%.