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.
Mawkliaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sohra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mawkliaw
As per Census 2011, Mawkliaw village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 141 males and 128 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mawkliaw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 269, including 141 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Mawkliaw?
There are 55 households in Mawkliaw.
What is the literacy rate in Mawkliaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mawkliaw is 55.39%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 57.03%.