Mawlong
Mawlong is a village located in Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Shella Bholaganj (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Shillong.
Mawlong has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mawlong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawlong is 278828. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Mawlong village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mawlong
Below is a concise population overview of Mawlong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 721 | 383 | 338 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 256 | 230 |
Literate Population | 386 | 215 | 171 |
Illiterate Population | 335 | 168 | 167 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawlong village:
- The total population of Mawlong village is around 721, including approximately 383 males and 338 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Mawlong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mawlong village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 486 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mawlong village is about 53.54%, with male literacy at 56.14% and female literacy at 50.59%.
- There are around 146 households in Mawlong village.
Connectivity of Mawlong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawlong. As per the 2011 stats, Mawlong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mawlong
Knowing the nearby villages of Mawlong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawlong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mawlong
- Where is Mawlong located?
- Mawlong village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- What is the pincode of Mawlong?
- The pincode of Mawlong is 793108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mawlong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawlong is 721, with 383 males and 338 females.
- How many households are there in Mawlong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mawlong village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mawlong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawlong is 53.54%. The male literacy rate is 56.14%, while the female literacy rate is 50.59%.