Mawryngkang - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Mawryngkang 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 52 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawryngkang is 278614. The village falls under the 793121 pincode.
Mawryngkang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawryngkang
As per Census 2011, Mawryngkang village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 220 males and 218 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawryngkang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 220 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 218 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 155 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Mawryngkang
Mawryngkang 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 Mawryngkang
Mawryngkang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mawryngkang is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawryngkang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawryngkang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mawryngkang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawryngkang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawryngkang
Where is Mawryngkang located?
Mawryngkang village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawryngkang?
The pincode of Mawryngkang is 793121.
What is the population of Mawryngkang?
Mawryngkang has a total population of 438, including 220 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Mawryngkang?
There are 75 households in Mawryngkang.
What is the literacy rate in Mawryngkang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawryngkang is 26.48%. Male literacy is 29.55% and female literacy is 23.39%.