Mawsawa - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Mawsawa is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 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 Mawsawa is 278663. The village falls under the 793113 pincode.
Mawsawa 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 Mawsawa
As per Census 2011, Mawsawa village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 100 males and 106 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawsawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 100 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Mawsawa
Mawsawa 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 Mawsawa
Mawsawa 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Mawsawa 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 Mawsawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawsawa 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mawsawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawsawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawsawa
Where is Mawsawa located?
Mawsawa village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawsawa?
The pincode of Mawsawa is 793113.
What is the population of Mawsawa?
Mawsawa has a total population of 206, including 100 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Mawsawa?
There are 39 households in Mawsawa.
What is the literacy rate in Mawsawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawsawa is 52.91%. Male literacy is 53.00% and female literacy is 52.83%.