Mawdon - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Mawdon is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawdon is 278686. 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 Mawdon
According to the 2011 Census, Mawdon village had a total population of 294 people, including 134 males and 160 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.74%, with male literacy at 92.04% and female literacy at 97.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 294 | 134 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 132 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 104 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 30 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Mawdon
Mawdon 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 Mawdon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mawdon.
| 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 Mawdon is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawdon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawdon 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 Mawdon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawdon 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 Mawdon
Where is Mawdon located?
Mawdon village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawdon?
The pincode of Mawdon is 793113.
What is the population of Mawdon?
Mawdon had a total population of 294, including 134 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Mawdon?
Mawdon had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawdon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawdon was 94.74%. Male literacy was 92.04% and female literacy was 97.01%.