Mawkliaw - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Mawkliaw is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mawkliaw is 278783. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sohra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawkliaw
According to the 2011 Census, Mawkliaw village had a total population of 269 people, including 141 males and 128 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.42%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 81.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 140 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 65 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Mawkliaw
Mawkliaw 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 Mawkliaw
Mawkliaw 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 Mawkliaw is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mawkliaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mawkliaw 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 Mawkliaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mawkliaw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mawkliaw
Where is Mawkliaw located?
Mawkliaw village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawkliaw?
The pincode of Mawkliaw is 793108.
What is the population of Mawkliaw?
Mawkliaw had a total population of 269, including 141 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Mawkliaw?
Mawkliaw had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkliaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkliaw was 78.42%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 81.11%.