Mawkajem - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Mawkajem is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkajem is 278905. 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 Mawkajem
According to the 2011 Census, Mawkajem village had a total population of 292 people, including 144 males and 148 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.05%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 87.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 292 | 144 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 143 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 83 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Mawkajem
Mawkajem 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 Mawkajem
Public transport in the Mawkajem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mawkajem is about 35 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 Mawkajem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawkajem 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 Mawkajem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawkajem 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 Mawkajem
Where is Mawkajem located?
Mawkajem village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkajem?
The pincode of Mawkajem is 793110.
What is the population of Mawkajem?
Mawkajem had a total population of 292, including 144 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Mawkajem?
Mawkajem had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkajem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkajem was 86.05%. Male literacy was 84.69% and female literacy was 87.18%.