Mawriang - Pynursla, East Khasi Hills
Mawriang is a village situated in the Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pynursla and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawriang is 279017. The village falls under the 793110 pincode.
Mawriang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Pynursla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawriang
As per Census 2011, Mawriang village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 213 males and 269 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,262 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawriang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 213 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 36 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 212 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 125 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 88 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Mawriang
Mawriang 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 Mawriang
Mawriang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mawriang is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawriang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawriang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mawriang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawriang 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 Mawriang
Where is Mawriang located?
Mawriang village is located in Pynursla Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawriang?
The pincode of Mawriang is 793110.
What is the population of Mawriang?
Mawriang has a total population of 482, including 213 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Mawriang?
There are 99 households in Mawriang.
What is the literacy rate in Mawriang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawriang is 58.92%. Male literacy is 58.69% and female literacy is 59.11%.