Mawkhar

Mawkhar is a village located in Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Mylliem (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawkhar has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mawkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawkhar is 278351. Mylliem is nearest town to Mawkhar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawkhar

Below is a concise population overview of Mawkhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawkhar village:

  • The total population of Mawkhar village is around 757, including approximately 379 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Mawkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawkhar village has 756 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawkhar village is about 50.59%, with male literacy at 46.17% and female literacy at 55.03%.
  • There are around 160 households in Mawkhar village.

Connectivity of Mawkhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Mawkhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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

Knowing the nearby villages of Mawkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawkhar.

Mawlmeng Umrakam Pombot Mawsawa Mawwan Pomkaniew Mawlai Pynthormukhrah Nongmynsong Mawpat Umpling

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawkhar

Where is Mawkhar located?
Mawkhar village is situated in Mylliem Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkhar?
The pincode of Mawkhar is 793009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawkhar is 757, with 379 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Mawkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawkhar village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawkhar is 50.59%. The male literacy rate is 46.17%, while the female literacy rate is 55.03%.