Mawah - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Mawah is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawah is 278911. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawah
According to the 2011 Census, Mawah village had a total population of 193 people, including 90 males and 103 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 82.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 193 | 90 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 90 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 53 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 37 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Mawah
Mawah 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 Mawah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mawah.
| 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 Mawah is about 39 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 Mawah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawah
Where is Mawah located?
Mawah village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawah?
The pincode of Mawah is 793110.
What is the population of Mawah?
Mawah had a total population of 193, including 90 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Mawah?
Mawah had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawah was 78.67%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 82.28%.