Mawblah - Mylliem, East Khasi Hills
Mawblah is a village situated in the Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mylliem and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawblah is 278320. The village falls under the 793009 pincode.
Mawblah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mylliem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawblah
According to the 2011 Census, Mawblah village had a total population of 320 people, including 161 males and 159 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.40%, with male literacy at 56.59% and female literacy at 68.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 160 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 88 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Mawblah
Mawblah 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 Mawblah
Mawblah 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 Mawblah is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawblah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawblah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawblah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawblah 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mawblah
Where is Mawblah located?
Mawblah village is located in Mylliem Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawblah?
The pincode of Mawblah is 793009.
What is the population of Mawblah?
Mawblah had a total population of 320, including 161 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Mawblah?
Mawblah had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawblah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawblah was 62.40%. Male literacy was 56.59% and female literacy was 68.60%.