Mawkasain

Mawkasain is a village located in Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mawsynram (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawkasain 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 Mawkasain

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawkasain is 278662. Mawsynram is nearest town to Mawkasain village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawkasain

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 698 347 351
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 184 86 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 697 346 351
Literate Population 447 240 207
Illiterate Population 251 107 144

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

  • The total population of Mawkasain village is around 698, including approximately 347 males and 351 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Mawkasain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawkasain village has 697 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawkasain village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 69.16% and female literacy at 58.97%.
  • There are around 127 households in Mawkasain village.

Connectivity of Mawkasain

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

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

Nearby Villages of Mawkasain

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

Laitsohum Mawlaitshong Phlangmawsyrpad Nongrim Warding Mawrapat Mawsawa Kenbah Malai Rangweng Pyndensohsaw Kynrang Mawpen

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkasain

Where is Mawkasain located?
Mawkasain village is situated in Mawsynram Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkasain?
The pincode of Mawkasain is 793121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawkasain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawkasain is 698, with 347 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Mawkasain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawkasain village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkasain as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawkasain is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 69.16%, while the female literacy rate is 58.97%.