Mawkawir - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Mawkawir is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkawir is 278793. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawkawir
According to the 2011 Census, Mawkawir village had a total population of 127 people, including 64 males and 63 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.15%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 98.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Mawkawir
Mawkawir 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 Mawkawir
Mawkawir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Mawkawir is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawkawir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawkawir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mawkawir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawkawir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mawkawir
Where is Mawkawir located?
Mawkawir village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkawir?
The pincode of Mawkawir is 793108.
What is the population of Mawkawir?
Mawkawir had a total population of 127, including 64 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Mawkawir?
Mawkawir had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkawir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkawir was 95.15%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 98.11%.