Mawrashe - Mylliem, East Khasi Hills
Mawrashe is a village situated in the Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mylliem and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawrashe is 278319. The village falls under the 793009 pincode.
Mawrashe 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 Mawrashe
According to the 2011 Census, Mawrashe village had a total population of 443 people, including 202 males and 241 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.74%, with male literacy at 55.26% and female literacy at 64.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 425.
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 | 443 | 202 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 194 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 84 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 118 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Mawrashe
Mawrashe 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 Mawrashe
Mawrashe is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Mawrashe is about 17 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 Mawrashe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawrashe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawrashe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawrashe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mawrashe
Where is Mawrashe located?
Mawrashe village is located in Mylliem Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawrashe?
The pincode of Mawrashe is 793009.
What is the population of Mawrashe?
Mawrashe had a total population of 443, including 202 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Mawrashe?
Mawrashe had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawrashe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawrashe was 60.74%. Male literacy was 55.26% and female literacy was 64.97%.