Mawkhar Village Overview
Mawkhar is a village in Mylliem tehsil of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It lies about 34 km from Mylliem tehsil headquarters and around 26 km from Shillong district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Mawkhar village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkhar is 278351. Mylliem is the nearest town.
Location Map of Mawkhar
Population & Demographics of Mawkhar
This section provides population and demographic details of Mawkhar village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 379 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 756 | 379 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 175 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 204 | 170 |
Key population details of Mawkhar village are given below:
- Mawkhar village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 757, including approximately 379 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 756 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Mawkhar village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 50.59%.
- There are around 160 households in Mawkhar village.
Transport & Connectivity of Mawkhar
Transport facilities help residents of Mawkhar village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawkhar
The following villages are located close to Mawkhar and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkhar
- Where is Mawkhar located?
- Mawkhar village is located in Mylliem Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Mawkhar?
- The pincode of Mawkhar is 793009.
- What is the population of Mawkhar?
- Mawkhar has a total population of 757, including 379 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Mawkhar?
- There are 160 households in Mawkhar.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawkhar?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkhar is 50.59%. Male literacy is 46.17% and female literacy is 55.03%.