Mawhiang

Mawhiang is a village located in Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mawsynram (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawhiang has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mawhiang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawhiang is 278626. Mawsynram is nearest town to Mawhiang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawhiang

Below is a concise population overview of Mawhiang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 839 439 400
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 102 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 810 426 384
Literate Population 461 250 211
Illiterate Population 378 189 189

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawhiang village:

  • The total population of Mawhiang village is around 839, including approximately 439 males and 400 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Mawhiang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawhiang village has 810 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawhiang village is about 54.95%, with male literacy at 56.95% and female literacy at 52.75%.
  • There are around 147 households in Mawhiang village.

Connectivity of Mawhiang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawhiang. As per the 2011 stats, Mawhiang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mawhiang

Knowing the nearby villages of Mawhiang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawhiang.

Mawspong Weiloi Ladkrem Mawpyllun Kmawan Mawlyngkut Wahmawpat Mawteibah Mawlynnu Jathang Rangsohkham Mawksing

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawhiang

Where is Mawhiang located?
Mawhiang village is situated in Mawsynram Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawhiang?
The pincode of Mawhiang is 793113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawhiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawhiang is 839, with 439 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Mawhiang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawhiang village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawhiang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawhiang is 54.95%. The male literacy rate is 56.95%, while the female literacy rate is 52.75%.