Mawspong - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Mawspong is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawspong is 278621. 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 Mawspong
According to the 2011 Census, Mawspong village had a total population of 82 people, including 49 males and 33 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 673 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.69%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Mawspong
Mawspong 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 Mawspong
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mawspong.
| 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 Mawspong is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawspong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawspong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mawspong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawspong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawspong
Where is Mawspong located?
Mawspong village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawspong?
The pincode of Mawspong is 793113.
What is the population of Mawspong?
Mawspong had a total population of 82, including 49 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Mawspong?
Mawspong had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawspong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawspong was 78.69%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 77.78%.