Mawrapad - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Mawrapad is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawrapad is 278661. 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 Mawrapad
According to the 2011 Census, Mawrapad village had a total population of 381 people, including 198 males and 183 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.46%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 88.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 380.
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 | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 75 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Mawrapad
Mawrapad 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 Mawrapad
Mawrapad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Mawrapad is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawrapad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawrapad 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 Mawrapad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawrapad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawrapad
Where is Mawrapad located?
Mawrapad village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawrapad?
The pincode of Mawrapad is 793113.
What is the population of Mawrapad?
Mawrapad had a total population of 381, including 198 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Mawrapad?
Mawrapad had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawrapad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawrapad was 87.46%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 88.32%.