Mawkhan

Mawkhan is a village located in Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Mawsynram (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawkhan 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 Mawkhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawkhan is 278685. Mawsynram is nearest town to Mawkhan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawkhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 464 244 220
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 41 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 460 243 217
Literate Population 364 195 169
Illiterate Population 100 49 51

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

  • The total population of Mawkhan village is around 464, including approximately 244 males and 220 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Mawkhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawkhan village has 460 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawkhan village is about 78.45%, with male literacy at 79.92% and female literacy at 76.82%.
  • There are around 81 households in Mawkhan village.

Connectivity of Mawkhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Mawkhan 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 Mawkhan

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

Nonglait Nongtrai Mawtepiew Mawlyngbna Umtyllun Mawdon Ryngku Bazar Hapkata Asimpara B Asimpara A Thyllaw Warding

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkhan

Where is Mawkhan located?
Mawkhan village is situated in Mawsynram Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkhan?
The pincode of Mawkhan is 793121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawkhan is 464, with 244 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Mawkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawkhan village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawkhan is 78.45%. The male literacy rate is 79.92%, while the female literacy rate is 76.82%.