Maweitnai - Mylliem, East Khasi Hills
Maweitnai is a village situated in the Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mylliem and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maweitnai is 278338. The village falls under the 793009 pincode.
Maweitnai 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 Maweitnai
According to the 2011 Census, Maweitnai village had a total population of 974 people, including 488 males and 486 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.89%, with male literacy at 45.72% and female literacy at 48.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 969.
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 | 974 | 488 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 114 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 969 | 487 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 171 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 317 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Maweitnai
Maweitnai 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 Maweitnai
Maweitnai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Maweitnai is about 28 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 Maweitnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maweitnai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maweitnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maweitnai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maweitnai
Where is Maweitnai located?
Maweitnai village is located in Mylliem Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Maweitnai?
The pincode of Maweitnai is 793009.
What is the population of Maweitnai?
Maweitnai had a total population of 974, including 488 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Maweitnai?
Maweitnai had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maweitnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maweitnai was 46.89%. Male literacy was 45.72% and female literacy was 48.09%.