Mawphir

Mawphir 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 77km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawphir 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 Mawphir

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawphir is 278769. Shella Bholaganj is nearest town to Mawphir village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawphir

Below is a concise population overview of Mawphir as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 270 118 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 23 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 265 116 149
Literate Population 165 64 101
Illiterate Population 105 54 51

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawphir village:

  • The total population of Mawphir village is around 270, including approximately 118 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 1288 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Mawphir village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawphir village has 265 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawphir village is about 61.11%, with male literacy at 54.24% and female literacy at 66.45%.
  • There are around 52 households in Mawphir village.

Connectivity of Mawphir

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawphir. As per the 2011 stats, Mawphir had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mawphir

Knowing the nearby villages of Mawphir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawphir.

Ur U Wan Laitduh Kunongrim Maweitksar Mawsarong Mawphu Umblai Mawiong Mawdiangum Blaidiengkhiat Lummawshken

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawphir

Where is Mawphir located?
Mawphir village is situated in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawphir?
The pincode of Mawphir is 793111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawphir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawphir is 270, with 118 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Mawphir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawphir village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawphir as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawphir is 61.11%. The male literacy rate is 54.24%, while the female literacy rate is 66.45%.